Draco sympathizing?

[Amy Z]

No: HPFGUIDX 23945

Joelle wrote:

>The Malfoys probably take the position of "knowledge is power" 
> while the Weasleys take a more honorable approach--the Triwizard 
Cup 
> is supposed to be a secret until the school year starts (that's the 
> impression I get) so they don't even tell their own kids.  And with 
> regards to Harry's parents, how many of us would tell our 13-year-
> olds, "You know that escaped convict, well, he was responsible for 
> the murder of your best friend's parents"?  What kid needs to live 
> with that knowledge?

I agree completely.  That's what I like about Draco's knowing and 
Ron's not.  It's one of those little details that, without JKR 
spelling anything out, tells us a lot about both families.

Amy Z