Final answer:
While the exact argument of Mr. Lewis's defense for "snitching" is not explicitly given, it can be inferred that his rationale may be rooted in seeking justice, upholding a social contract with the government, or addressing larger societal issues of systemic racism and police brutality.
Step-by-step explanation:
It seems that the student's question pertains to a specific context where Mr. Lewis defends his "snitching" on TV and provides rationale for his actions. Although the exact argument Mr. Lewis uses to justify his actions isn't delineated in the provided excerpts, we can infer from the surrounding social issues and commentary that his argument could stem from a moral or legal standpoint. For instance, he could argue from a position of seeking justice and protection from governmental institutions which is an implied social contract, as suggested by the excerpts regarding tax payment and governmental obligations. Additionally, he could argue based on the historical and systemic failures of protection for African Americans and people of color by law enforcement, and thus, a personal decision to act in ways he deems just, even when it involves calling out perpetrators.
Moreover, given the historical examples provided, Mr. Lewis could also be illustrating his argument by drawing parallels with past instances, like the beating of Rodney King or the broader issues raised by the Civil Rights Movement, indicating a larger societal problem that necessitates his 'snitching' as a means to a morally or socially just end.