But for the most part, these benefits seem thin, uncertain, and far off. In The Moral Consequences of Economic Growth, the economic historian Benjamin Friedman argues that both inside and outside the U.S., lengthy periods of economic stagnation or decline have almost always left society more mean-spirited and less inclusive, and have usually stopped or reversed the advance of rights and freedoms. Anti-immigrant sentiment typically increases, as does conflict between races and classes.
Benjamin Friedman believe that economic recessions may _______________.

A impose a heavier burden on immigrants

B bring out more evils of human nature

C Promote the advance of rights and freedoms

D ease conflicts between races and classes