To Kill a Mockingbird

Why is Atticus trying to protect Thomas Robinson? Why can't he protect himself against harm?

Why is Atticus trying to protect Thomas Robinson? Why can't he protect himself against harm? 

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Does this question pertain to Atticus camping outside of the jail?

Yes it does.

Tom was locked in a jail and threatened by a lynch mob. Thus, he would not have been able to protect himself.