New Minister of Magic

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No: HPFGUIDX 128629

I've been surprised at the number of predictions for Amelia Bones as 
the new Minister of Magic. From what little we've seen of her, I think 
she would be a very good one.

However, JKR answers a question about the new Minister on her website 
in the FAQ section: Will Arthur Weasley become the new Minister? 
Alas, No.

That wording seems to mean that there is something unfortunate about 
the new choice for Minister. That is, it would have been better if it 
had been Arthur.

It could also mean that unfortunately, something has happened to 
Arthur. We know that Harry will leave Privet Drive for a more pleasant 
reason than a trial,(as in OoP) so I don't think HBP will start with 
something bad at the Weasley home.

I've also thought the new Minister might be Dumbledore, and it's 
unfortunate that  he isn't still Headmaster. But based on DD's comments 
at the end of OoP, I don't think that's the case either.
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