It is obvious that Tom is innocent as no evidence was found to support the prosecutor’s accusations. Tom is here today simply because it is a black man’s word against a white man’s, and the white man’s words automatically overshadow the black man’s. However the colour of one’s skin should not define one’s identity and should not be a factor in this trial. If Tom Robinson were to possess the same talents, the same abilities and the same skills as a white man, he would still be looked down upon simply because he is black. Tom Robinson, along with every Negro today, is still chained to the cruel and inhuman prejudices of a white society. We, all of God’s children, need to put an end to the cruelty and inequality, together. However, we can only move forward as a whole. I speak not only to those who experience this injustice, but also to those who take part in it. The decisions made in this court today will not only affect Tom, but all people, as we can all benefit and live in harmony,
It is obvious that Tom is innocent as no evidence was found to support the prosecutor’s accusations. Tom is here today simply because it is a black man’s word against a white man’s, and the white man’s words automatically overshadow the black man’s. However the colour of one’s skin should not define one’s identity and should not be a factor in this trial. If Tom Robinson were to possess the same talents, the same abilities and the same skills as a white man, he would still be looked down upon simply because he is black. Tom Robinson, along with every Negro today, is still chained to the cruel and inhuman prejudices of a white society. We, all of God’s children, need to put an end to the cruelty and inequality, together. However, we can only move forward as a whole. I speak not only to those who experience this injustice, but also to those who take part in it. The decisions made in this court today will not only affect Tom, but all people, as we can all benefit and live in harmony,