Nathaniel Bacon's Criticism of Colonial Policy

Which of the following best describes the primary criticism of the colonial government expressed by Nathaniel Bacon in the excerpt?

“My fellow settlers, we have endured the perils of this new frontier with unwavering resolve, yet our voices go unheard by the court of English authority. We stand on the very edge of civilization, vulnerable and unprotected as the savages encroach upon our lands. Our appeals for reinforcement and defense have been met with neglect and disdain by those in power. I believe that the failure to secure our borders is not an accident of fate, but a deliberate oversight by a distant government indifferent to our sacrifices. This mistreatment forces us to consider taking matters into our own hands to secure justice and safety. Let it be known that the spirit of rebellion is born not of malice but of the necessity to preserve our lives and livelihoods. I urge you to recognize this call for justice as a rightful demand for the protection we deserve.”
Nathaniel Bacon, ‘A Cry for Justice’, 1676