What does Henry’s Pity for Baxter represent?

Henry’s pity for Baxter symbolizes the consistent necessity of empathy. Despite the fact that Baxter commits many immoral acts, henry still pities Baxter and has empathy for him. Baxter has very little in his life, and to make matters worse, he has a neurological disorder that will shorten his lifespan. Henry’s consistent pity for Baxter serves as a reminder that people should try to empathize even with people whom they may fear.