Persecuting the Innocent - To Kill a Mockingbird

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…disrespect Atticus because they lack his courage. The townspeople treat Boo, Tom, and Atticus unjustly. The simple reason that they have diverse personalities does not mean they must endure persecution by others. Soap and water cannot easily wash away the prejudice that exists in Maycomb, but the people must erase the idea of it all from their minds and hearts. The mockingbird never does anything to harm anyone; therefore it should be left in peace.