Ransom Stoddard is a fictional character from the classic Western film, "The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance." He is portrayed as a young, idealistic lawyer who arrives in the lawless town of Shinbone to seek justice and establish order. Stoddard's character represents the struggle between law and violence in the American frontier. Throughout the film, Stoddard faces challenges from the notorious outlaw Liberty Valance, who embodies the lawlessness of the West. As the story unfolds, Stoddard's journey highlights themes of morality, justice, and the complexities of heroism in a turbulent society.