The Daily Prophet: Behind the Headlines

The Daily Prophet isn’t just news—it shapes wizarding opinion. But who really controls it?

During the rise of Voldemort, the Prophet labeled Dumbledore a fearmonger. Why?

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Skeeter’s articles were juicy—but her methods were unethical... and illegal.

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The Ministry often used the Prophet to push its agenda. Freedom of the press?

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For a time, the Prophet called Harry Potter “a liar.” Why turn on the Chosen One?

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Not all magical news was corrupted. The Quibbler tried to tell the truth.

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After Voldemort’s defeat, did the Prophet reform—or just rebrand?

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Some say The Prophet still hides the truth. Can wizarding media ever be truly free?

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