chapter 19 discussion

[Jen Reese]

No: HPFGUIDX 99862

Melody:
> > 8)  Does she {Umbridge} favor Slytherin because they have 
buttered her toast
> > better than the other, submit themselves better than the others, 
or
> > because she has alliances with their parents that she upholds?  
Or 
> is it because they have ideals that she too holds?


Potioncat: 
> We know of at least one Ravenclaw whose mother works well with 
> Umbridge.  And I would think there could be some in each House.  
But 
> if the Slytherins felt Umbridge was the one with the power, they 
> would support her.  And she would eat that up!  I wonder  how the 
> Slytherin students view Snape's quiet disdain of her?  Even if he 
> never disparages her, he doesn't speak well of her or help her 
either.


Jen: And I'll bet Lucius gave Draco some instructions for the year, 
including 'get close to Umbridge and stay there'. Lucius would want 
someone to keep an eye on her and report back to him, as he doesn't 
completely trust this woman with ambition equal to his own (and 
Fudge in her back pocket as well).


Melody
> 10)  Once Lee Jordan graduates, who should take over as 
commentator? 
> (I am cheering for Luna for the sheer amusement of it all...)

Jen: I would absolutely love to see Hermione think she can give it a 
go, then fail and have to watch Luna take over!! Hee--that would be 
funny, and instructional for Hermione as well. Her inability to see 
what Luna (and others) bring to the table is her biggest 
shortcoming. Luna's intuitive knowledge is equal to Hermione's 
analytical abilities--and just as important.

But, that will never happen since Hermione knows almost nothing 
about Quidditch and isn't interested in it. Maybe it will happen in 
another context. Like if Harry starts seeking Luna out for advice 
instead of Hermione--ooh, that would make her blood boil!

Jen, who actually likes Hermione and doesn't understand why she 
suddenly wants to see Hermy squirm.