Apologia pro Draco (was Re: Wizarding Top Ten)

[Philip Whitehouse]

No: HPFGUIDX 188471

Geoff said:
"he is an only child and has been influenced by his parents who  
brainwash him about pureblood status"

I think that by the decision on the Tower Draco is no longer a child.  
In the same way that Harry made adult decisions to 'play the hero',  
Draco saw that - albeit misguidedly - appeasement of Voldemort's  
wishes would save his parents. This self-sacrifice is an adult  
decision so using the 'child' defence is not valid I feel. That said I  
agree with your other points and conclusion.

-Philip, who doesn't get much time to post but enjoys reading all the  
discussion when he has the time!

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