The Crucible

The crucible

Why does Danforth not believe Proctor's Allegation that Abigail is harlot

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Danforth does not want to believe in Abigail's transgressions. He needs the witch trials to go ahead in order to validate his job and the court. He also cannot believe why John might condemn himself in his accusation of Abigail's lechery.

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