Read the following passage:
"The driving force behind the global campaign to ban plastic straws is the Surfrider Foundation. This environmental organization,
which is dedicated to cleaning up the oceans, says that discarded straws are some of the most common pieces of trash found in coastal waters and on beaches. On its website, Surfrider also declares that, 'Though one could argue that most single-use plastics are
unnecessary, straws stand alone as an item that humans could really live without.'
"So far the campaign has been effective in getting governments and businesses on board. Several cities on the west coast have
totally banned plastic straws. It is now illegal for restaurants anywhere in California to automatically serve plastic straws with drinks.
Starbucks and other businesses have pledged to phase out straws soon.
"The public agrees with the effort, too. Responses to an article in the San Francisco Chronicle about the new rules are almost all
favorable, such as this one from commenter BottomsUp, who writes, 'It's a good idea. I'm tired of stepping on plastic junk when I'm
trying to enjoy a day at the beach. Besides, I've been able to drink straight from a glass since I was 3.
"Some people disagree, however. Another perspective was provided by Check YourPrivilege, "Good for you, but what about people
with disabilities? Those of us who have trouble moving our head or hands rely on straws. We can't hold a glass. We can't use metal
straws because they don't bend, and the paper ones just fall apart."
What is the main idea?
A. Straws and other single-use plastic items will soon be illegal everywhere because they are doing serious damage to our
environment.
B. Plastic bans have shown to make the oceans and beaches safer for people and wildlife
C. It is easy to pass laws against plastics straws because these items serve little purpose
D. Many groups feel we should ban the use of plastic straws due to environmental concerns, but others maintain that they are necessary for some disabled individuals.