Hero or Stooge

I think John Proctor is both a hero and a stooge.  He did stand up for what he thought was true, and tried to defend the girls which I respect considering the importance of witchcraft during this period.  He went against everyone to stand up for himself and the girls which is respectable.  He is also a stooge.  His affair with Abigail is the main reson I think this.  He admits to an affair, and his wife knows, and he admits he still has feelings for someone he shouldn't be with.  This is definitely worthy of having a title of a stooge.