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#385 – Jimmy Wales: Wikipedia

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Navigating Neutrality on Wikipedia

This chapter explores Wikipedia's editorial processes, focusing on how disputes over neutrality are managed and the role of emotionally charged language in presenting controversial topics. It discusses the implications of labeling and categorizing beliefs, particularly in polarized subjects like the Israeli-Palestinian conflict and diverse viewpoints on issues such as mask-wearing during the pandemic. The conversation advocates for enhanced transparency and the potential use of AI tools to summarize debates, emphasizing the need for a balanced representation of perspectives in knowledge-sharing platforms.

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