Examples Of Embedded Bigotry In To Kill A Mockingbird

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To have human dignity means that people hold a value tied to their humanity and that people are treated ethically and morally. In chapter nineteen, Dill is aware that regardless of the individual in question, it is unacceptable to treat them cruelly or to be racist toward them in any way. He realizes that everyone is deserving of consideration and compassion. Meanwhile, Scout attempts to discourage Dill, revealing her own embedded bigotry. After the verdict, the children cry tears of injustice outside. Atticus, like Mr. Raymond, has little faith in his neighborhood, as indicated by his insistence that Jem and Scout can learn to deal with Maycomb County. He is aware that Maycomb is blatantly racist, classist, and prepared to commit unspeakably