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The Myth of Wikipedia Democracy
Despite its reputation for openness, the online encyclopedia has long been ruled by a tight clique of aggressive editors who drive out amateurs and newcomers.
Nicholas Ciarelli
Published
Nov. 28 2009
3:23PM EST
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