Billy Should Have Import Claggart

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“Courage is what it takes to stand up and speak; Courage is also what it takes to sit down and listen.” -Winston Churchill. We all agree that Claggart was a real jerk, but some believe that Billy should have punched him while others believe he shouldn't have.
Billy should have punched Claggart for three reasons: Claggart deserved it, Billy couldn’t talk, and Billy was tricked.
The first reason Billy should have punched Claggart is Claggart deserved it. Claggart was deceiving the captain and deserved punishment. Obviously, Billy intentions were not to kill him, because it caused him his life. Claggart was weak, a liar and a trickster.
The second reason Billy should have punched Claggart is Billy couldn’t talk. Billy didn't know what to say