Arthur Miller Quotes

The Crucible, Act 3. After Proctor is arrested for witchcraft by Danforth at the end of Act 3, Hale angrily shouts his condemnation of the court proceedings and Salem justice. He abruptly leaves the courtroom and slams the door behind him to the fury of Danforth, who unsuccessfully tries to call him back. Hale’s decision to abandon the trials is because he sees what a total farce they have become. After watching innocent people condemned on the basis of lies, manipulation and no proper evidence, he doesn’t want to be associated with a corrupt court. By this decision he demonstrates integrity and his desire to do the right thing.