Johnny from The Outsiders should not be held responsible for the murder of Bob. Throughout the novel, Johnny is portrayed as a sensitive and compassionate individual who is deeply affected by the violence and cruelty of the world around him. His actions are driven by a desire to protect his friends and himself, rather than a desire to harm others. Here are several reasons why Johnny should not be blamed for the murder. First and foremost, Johnny was acting in self-defense when he killed Bob. Bob and his friends attacked Ponyboy and Johnny in a violent and unprovoked manner. Johnny acted out of fear for his safety and the safety of his friends when he stabbed Bob. In a situation where he was outnumbered and facing serious harm, Johnny had no