At the end of the trial Atticus concludes his defence by appealing to the jury, 'This case is as simple as black and white' (ch.20 p. 224). I think this how Atticus shows his view on prejudice. I think he says this to get his point across to the jury to stop looking at this unfairly and look at the facts.
Atticus believes that all people are equal and should be treated with respect and fairness regardless of their race, background, or social status. He upholds the ideal that everyone deserves equal opportunities and justice under the law.
The amazing thing about Atticus' character is that he treats EVERYONE as an equal. One of the first examples that we see Atticus treat others as equal is when he speaks to Walter (the son) Cunningham when he comes over in chapter 3 for lunch. They speak like to men about crops. He treats Walter like an equal by discussing what Walter is interested in.
In chapter 5, Atticus defends Boo (Arthur) Radley when he goes into a tirade at the children for trying to get Boo to come out. He lectures that what Boo did was his own business, and if he wanted to come out, he would. They were to leave him alone. Atticus could have let the kids continue their games (like any of the other parents would have), but he stopped them, then and there. Boo was a person, too, and what he did was his business.
Of course the most important character (who he desperately wants to make others believe is their equal) is Tom Robinson. Atticus does everything he can to convince the jury that Mayella and Bob are lying. He defends Tom at the jailhouse in front of a bunch of men with guns, too. He wants others to see Tom as a man, an equal, but because he's black in this time period, the town would never see Tom in that light. But Atticus made them all think about it. He was the only one who could keep a jury out that long. Maudie mentions that to the kids after the verdict. He was "making a baby step" in the right direction.
He says people are not created equal contradicting the Declaration Of Independence because one man is smarter or always better in some way, but they should always be created equal the courthouse because, their color of skin doesn't matter, but what they bring to the table should.
well, i only know about people's rights, and he thought all humans were equal, even women
the courage of Atticus and his will to do what is right or the views of right and wrong views of a child.
Atticus Finch's religious views are not explicitly mentioned in "To Kill a Mockingbird." However, he demonstrates values of tolerance, compassion, and understanding towards others, which align with Christian principles such as kindness and empathy. He attends church with his family but does not appear to be zealously religious.
Front view is Equal to top view
Ideological Spectrum
through their votes / elected officials
house of representatives
The Ideological Spectrum is the range of people's views.
Mayella's reaction to Atticus' behavior in court is ironic because Atticus is the only person actually trying to defend her and seek justice for her, yet she is hostile towards him. Despite his efforts to help her, Mayella feels threatened by Atticus' questioning and sees him as an enemy due to her prejudiced views.
s
Atticus Finch believes in the equality of all people, regardless of race or social standing. He teaches his children that everyone deserves respect and should be treated fairly, regardless of differences. Atticus strives to uphold principles of justice and fairness in his own life and in his role as a lawyer.