Question

"Postponement now speaks a floundering on my part; reprieve or pardon must cast doubt upon the guilt of them that died till now. While I speak God's law, I will not crack its voice with whimpering. If retaliation is your fear, know this - I should hang ten thousand that dared to rise against the law"
Who is the Speaker?
Who wants Postponement?
Why does the speaker feel that postponement is weak?

Answer 1

Answer:

The speaker is Danforth

Reverend Parris wanted postponement

Because their execution was also scheduled for that morning, and the village anticipated it.  

Explanation:

This portrays Danforth as a non-compromising, stubborn and determined to carry out the desires of the village without delay, in a manner that it serves as a deterrent to others who might want to follow the same path to expect a similar fate.