Whom or what could best be defined as "the beast" from the title of "The Beast"

by Ben B. Lindsey and Harvey J. O’Higgins?

A. juvenile delinquents

B. citizens of Colorado who do not vote

C. parents who allow children to roam the streets

D. adult offenders who abuse juvenile offenders in prison

E. politicians and affluent businessmen in Colorado who control government

Please select the best answer from the choices provided

A B C D E