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What happened to Wikipedia’s neutrality?

Celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, Wikipedia is now well-known for having various strong biases. So how, you might ask, could a project committed to a “neutral point of view,” which in its early years featured quirky facts and honest opinions, end up being the voice of the establishment?

What happened to Wikipedia’s neutrality?

TL;DR

  • Wikipedia is celebrating its 25th anniversary.
  • The platform is now known for strong biases.
  • Questions arise about its shift from a "neutral point of view" to being the voice of the establishment.
  • Its early years were characterized by quirky facts and honest opinions.