Just because Draco and Hagrid think Hufflepuffs are losers doesn't necessarily mean they're perceived that way by the WW as a whole. Hufflepuffs value justice, loyalty, patience, honesty, and equality. And they are willing to work hard to achieve their goals.
These are traits that would make someone an excellent teacher, or social worker, or attorney, or a respected politician.
They are not exactly traits that make someone "easily manipulated" or an obedient "minion." In fact, Hufflepuffs might be the most likely to challenge the status quo if they believe a situation to be corrupt or unjust.
If Gryffindors are known for their courage and daring, Ravenclaws for their intellect, and Slytherins for cunning and ambition, then Hufflepuffs are known for their integrity. They are the moral leaders of the WW.
Thus, it is not at all surprising that the Goblet of Fire chose a Hufflepuff to represent Britain in the Tri-Wizard Tournament.
Nor is it all that surprising that Rowling is so disparaging of Hufflepuffs.
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Date: 2011-06-26 06:59 am (UTC)These are traits that would make someone an excellent teacher, or social worker, or attorney, or a respected politician.
They are not exactly traits that make someone "easily manipulated" or an obedient "minion." In fact, Hufflepuffs might be the most likely to challenge the status quo if they believe a situation to be corrupt or unjust.
If Gryffindors are known for their courage and daring, Ravenclaws for their intellect, and Slytherins for cunning and ambition, then Hufflepuffs are known for their integrity. They are the moral leaders of the WW.
Thus, it is not at all surprising that the Goblet of Fire chose a Hufflepuff to represent Britain in the Tri-Wizard Tournament.
Nor is it all that surprising that Rowling is so disparaging of Hufflepuffs.