Fudge: DE or not? (was Re: 50 Questions I would like answered..)

[Debbie]

No: HPFGUIDX 55134

Phyllis/"erisedstraeh2002" wrote: 
> I believe JKR is intentionally trying to make us question Fudge's 
> motives.  From his very name to the bizarre way he dresses to his 
> contradictory actions, he simply exudes mistrust. My own personal 
> thinking is that Fudge is not a DE or a "Voldemortist," but that he 
> will contribute to the efforts of the Dark Side by his inaction in 
> facing the reality of Voldemort's return.

Me:
I have thought for quite some time that Fudge is Evil. However, I 
couldn't decide if it was because he really does work for Voldy or 
just stupid not to listen to Dumbledore.

I now completely agree with Phyllis. I think Fudge "will contribute 
to the efforts of the Dark Side by his inaction in facing the reality 
of Voldemort's return." I just couldn't say it any better.

Because of Fudge, Voldemort will rise again, possibly even more 
powerful, since MOM isn't doing anything to prepare for it/prevent it.

So it's not Harry's fault for letting Pettigrew go, it's Fudge's 
fault.

-Debbie