[WikiEN-l] NPOV means that we acknowledge all views

Fri Jan 9 23:19:50 UTC 2004

> In an NPOV encyclopedia, we do not take sides with one
> group or another. Rather, we show the range of positions
> that exist, we document these positions with quotes and
> sources, and allow readers to make up their own minds.

Which is the problem when it comes to facts. If flat-earth theory 
is given the same legitimacy as what science accepts the shape of
the earth to be, Wikipedia loses its credibility.

Wikipedia is full of conspiracy theories and claims which science
would consider to be rubbish.

He who shouts the loudest wins on Wikipedia. This is the reason that
it has not evolved into real storehouse of knowledge. It is more like
USENET groups but in a more academic tone. In other words, it is full
of urban legends and anyone who relies on it for facts is walking a
dangerous path.

It is several weeks since Ed Poor and Angela tried mediating on
at least one issue (their mind was made up already but they were
pretending to mediate), but when I confronted them with FACTS and
EVIDENCE, they quietly withdrew from the mediation. This is a 
clear case of dishonesty, but never mind.

The point is that Wikipedia is full of errors (even in areas where
I wasn't involved in any confrontation) and the reason is that it
allows those with the loudest voice to win.
How about new words - Wikipolice and Wikicop? A Wikicop is one who
solves problems by judging someone a winner in a shouting match.

-libertarian

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