Does JKR want us to hate Draco?

[pippin_999]

No: HPFGUIDX 129740


> Albert Hall, June 26, 2003.
> 
> So, even though JKR does not say  the words "Draco Malfoy is not 
> going to be redeemed", to me it sounds as if she clearly considers 
> this character to be a baddie. :-)
> 


Pippin:
But baddies can have a change of heart. Now suppose that JKR
plans a scene where Harry is informed that Draco has decided
to turn against Voldemort. Harry has big trouble believing 
this, especially because no one will tell him why. Not that
I'm predicting it, but suppose that Harry has to decide whether
to give Draco a second chance.

Why would JKR stomp on the suspense by telling us in advance
that Draco is capable of redemption?

Pippin