The Crucible

Why won't Danforth pardon the prisoners?

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Danforth can't pardon the prisoners or it will make his court look bad. His court discredited, he would loose his position. Danforth must find "witches" to validate the court and his job. Also people have already been hanged. Letting some go would be scandalous.