Ministry of Magic Election Center
Election Finals
The ballot has been set and incumbent Minister Kingsley Shacklebolt, the Hogican nominee will face Hermione Granger, the Wizocrat nominee, on Tuesday, November 4. There will be plenty of coverage and updates made to our Election Center in the next week or so leading up to the big vote, so make sure to check back often!
Hogican Nominee: Kingsley Shacklebolt
Biography: Kingsley Shacklebolt, current Minister for Magic, is widely praised for revolutionizing the Ministry after the fall of Lord Voldemort. Two of his many accolades include the removal of Dementors from guarding the wizard prison Azkaban and the appointment of Harry Potter as head of the Auror department. Shacklebolt was a quiet, yet instrumental figure in the downfall of Lord Voldemort, serving as a key member of the Order of the Phoenix, personal guard to the Muggle Prime Minister and dueling the Dark Lord himself in the famous Battle of Hogwarts. Equal rights for Muggles and Wizards has always been a focal point of his platform. There is not a more qualified individual to keep this post.
Top Stances (these were sent in from the candidate's campaign manager, so you may not want to believe everything you see!):
- Security: Having already served as Minister of Magic, Kingsley knows what it takes to continue governing the Wizarding World. His top priority will be to continue protecting Witches and Wizards from dark magic. He'll still enforce and expand his security plans to make sure that there will never be attacks on the innocent.
- Economy: Kingsley's next term as Minister will include the creation of a 21st century economic plan. It will put the Wizarding World above the United States and the United Kingdom's econmic strategies and establish the Wizarding World as THE financially stable government of the world.
- Poverty: While walking through the streets of Diagon Alley or the outskirts of Hogsmeade, you may come across a poor family or two who are looking for an extra galleon or two. Kingsley is no stranger to these families, and his next term as Minister will include new programs and job opportunities for those with low to no income.
- Protecting our World: Whenever you hop on a train as you travel, you can't help but notice the beautiful landscapes of the Wizarding World. The unfortunate reality of today's generation is that development is more common than ever. Kingsley plans to protect our beautiful rural areas by having the government purchase the land and preserve it forever.
- Education: Kingsley believes that education is the single most important development aspect of a Wizard or Witch's life. That's why he'll be closely working with Hogwarts, Beauxbaton, and Durmstrang to ensure that all of their education programs are providing the highest level of education possible.
Wizocrat Nominee: Hermione Granger
Biography: Hermione Granger, married and mother of two, was one of the most exceptional students to attend Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry during her tenure. She currently holds a position of high standing in the Department of Magical Law Enforcement working towards eradication of oppressive pro-pureblood laws, herself being the child of two Muggles. Granger has been recognized for her work in the Department for the Regulation and Control of Magical Creatures where she greatly improved living conditions for house-elves. Little known may be the importance of Granger's role in assisting Harry Potter to bring about the demise of Lord Voldemort and his followers. Hermione is a caring mother, an advocate for the rights of many and quite possibly the "brightest witch of our age" - just ask some of her opponents.
Top Stances (these were sent in from the candidate's campaign manager, so you may not want to believe everything you see!):
- Equality:
I have worked towards the eradication of oppressive pro-pureblood laws and greatly improved living conditions for house-elves during my time at the Ministry. I will continue to ensure legislation is passed that increases equality amongst all witches, wizards and magical creatures.
- Economy:
I will surround myself with the most accomplished financial advisers from Gringotts to make sure that our wizarding economy does not suffer the same turmoil as we now see from our Muggle counterparts in the United States. Rest assured you will not see us run a deficit during my time as Minister.
- Health Care:
All wizards, witches and magical creatures should have access to free and effective medical services. I will propose legislation that St. Mungo's Hospital for Magical Maladies and Injuries as well as other wizarding hospitals open their doors to everyone free of charge.
- Security:
The Ministry's Auror Department will be composed of the best and brightest in our community. I have seen the work of the most powerful dark wizard of our time and helped in the fight that ultimately led to his downfall. Voldemort and the Death Eaters will never happen again. I will reach out to other wizarding leaders in various countries to not only secure our borders, but our world as a whole.