Here's the criteria for Persuasive:
May make claims based on opinion. May not take opposing ideas into account.
Persuades by appealing to the audience’s emotion or by relying on the character or credentials of the writer – less on the merits of his or her reasons and evidence. Emotion-based.
I believe he's using mostly persuasive reasoning.
Here's the criteria for Argumentative reasoning:
Makes claims based on factual evidence. Makes counter-claims. The author takes opposing views into account. Neutralizes or "defeats" serious opposing ideas. Convinces audience through the merit and reasonableness of the claims and proofs offered. (I only see use of the first and last one, not 2nd or 3rd one). Here's a link for your reference. You can do a google search on persuasive vs argumentative.
Often compares texts or ideas to establish a position.
Logic based.
The list of incidents discussed at the CeaseFire meeting show how the prevalence of and nature of violence is widespread. The people discussed range from 12 year-olds to adults. Many of the reasons are for revenge because someone felt wronged. Even mentioned in the list is a CeaseFire colleague who wants to get even for the beating of his two sons. This shows that the desire to pull out a gun is not held by only a small group of individuals. It also shows the importance of this group and it's efforts to mediate disputes.
The Spanish fleet, and fled<span>, three vessels turning to the north and the other to the south, with the Spaniards in hot pursuit.</span>
<u>Answer:</u>
Trim bushes or trees on your property that offer too-convenient hiding places. Also, trim where trees and bushes block clear view of your front door, or make it difficult for a person to see out the windows of your home. Make your front porch visible and make sure your home looks like it has eyes on the neighborhood.
<u>Ways You Can Make a Difference in Your Community</u>
Clean Up a Beach. If you live near a beach, then it's your responsibility to make sure that it stays beautiful for generations to come.
Work on Something Sustainable.
Volunteer.
Donate Blood.
Mentor Someone.
Organize a Charitable Event.
Shop Local.