"Iago is Othello's sword-bearer. He has been passed over for the position of Lieutenant, and this draws out his evil nature. He feels that he has been wronged and cannot accept the position that Othello gives him. Iago orchestrates Othello's downfall out of malice and revenge, and it is worse because Iago coats his poisonous words in the appearance of truth. Othello has no reason to doubt Iago, and Iago is able to completely manipulate Othello and to control his actions. Othello kills Desdemona, but Iago is responsible. Iago is only concerned about himself and his position, and will…
