Harry Potter and the Methods of Rationality 7b – Reciprocation, part 2
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May 26, 2011 Harry and Draco discuss a scandalous newspaper headline and the power of science. Harry shares his aspirations and knowledge with Draco while Draco contemplates his own secrets and game-playing.
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Comed Tea's Surprising Magic
- Harry and Draco drank Comed Tea which caused unexpected magical effects.
- A newspaper headline triggered a shocking reaction where Draco got sprayed with green liquid.
Draco's Humanity Revealed
- Draco Malfoy isn't a psychopath; he's shaped by his noble upbringing and cultural norms.
- His enemies are dehumanized, rooted in traditional power and class dynamics, not personal evil.
Science Outpaces Magic
- Science builds power through understanding and grows stronger every generation.
- It can solve problems magic cannot, offering hope beyond magical decline.