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What Wikipedia Did (twitter.com)

531 points by doener · 1203 days ago · 298 comments on HN

Article summary

Jimmy Wales, the founder of Wikipedia, stated that Wikipedia stood strong for its principles and won a case in the Supreme Court of Turkey. This statement highlights Wikipedia's commitment to freedom of expression. Wikipedia's stance on freedom of expression is a core part of its principles. The case in Turkey is an example of Wikipedia's efforts to uphold these principles.

Main themes

  • Wikipedia's commitment to freedom of expression
  • Neutrality and bias in Wikipedia
  • Edit wars and content manipulation
  • Donation practices and financial transparency
  • Social media platforms and credibility
  • Access to information and knowledge

What commenters say

  • Wikipedia's protection policy is not always followed, and government requests are not a valid reason for locking an article.
  • Some commenters believe that Wikipedia's neutrality is an ideal that is impossible to reach, but it is still a valuable goal.
  • Others argue that Wikipedia's neutrality is not always upheld, particularly in non-technical articles.
  • There are concerns about the potential for edit wars and the use of mechanical turks to manipulate Wikipedia content.
  • Some commenters praise Wikipedia's commitment to freedom of expression and its role in promoting access to information.
  • Others criticize Wikipedia's donation practices, including the redistribution of funds to other organizations.
  • The use of paid blue checks on Twitter is seen as a negative development by some, who believe it undermines the platform's credibility.
  • Wikipedia's independence and commitment to its principles are seen as essential to its value and effectiveness.