Sorting out the Sorting Hat haha

[truthbeauty1]

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 There has recently been some discussion of the sorting hat as a
horcrux. I have to say that I see this as a distinct possibility.
Further, I would bet that there is SOME connection between the hat and
Voldemort. There are several good arguments against this theory.
However, I believe that there is plenty of good canon evidence for the
theory. First of all, the hat has been tinkered with by all 4
founders. Keeping in mind Riddle's obsession with artifacts of the
founders, I do not see how he could leave the sorting hat alone. There
is also the fact that this is perhaps the most protected wizarding
artifact in all of Britain. Voldemort wouldnt have to take any extra
precautions with the hat. It is already in Dumbledore's office. I
believe that even as a horcrux, the hat would still have to serve the
purpose it was originally designed for. The magic of those 4 wizards
is too strong for Voldemort to interfere with. Not that he would want
the hat to quit serving it's purpose of dividing the magical
population of Britain. One final thought . In C.O.S, Arthur makes a
very profound statement that is Italicized by Rowling."Never trust
anything that can think for itself (if you can't see where it keeps
its brain.)" ()=italicized I think that this is a fairly hypocritical
statement considering that everyone in that room puts faith in an
object that fits this description. Why did J.K.Rowling include this
statement and why did she italicize it if is not important. I belive
she is making a subtle hint here about the sorting hat, which figures
very strongly into this story. If anyone has any thoughts on this I
would love to hear them.