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In contrast, J.K. Rowling’s journey was one of struggle. She famously wrote Harry Potter while living in poverty, balancing multiple jobs to support herself before finally finding success. Her rise from hardship to literary fame has been a central part of her narrative, shaping her worldview and, perhaps, her moral convictions.
The Cultural Roles and Moral Outrage
The public perception of Watson’s criticisms is intertwined with her privileged background, often leading critics to dismiss her as a “self-appointed moral guardian” who lacks firsthand experience of economic or social hardship. Critics argue that Watson’s positions on social justice are somewhat disconnected from the realities faced by most people, given her affluent upbringing.