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I don't think anyone would claim Wikipedia = truth.
Anyone can start a page and almost anyone edit an existing page. All page edits are tracked in the revision history, which is publicly accessible.
Wikipedia still recommends that users cross-check information with external sources, especially for critical or controversial topics.
I don't think anyone would claim Wikipedia = truth.
Anyone can start a page and almost anyone edit an existing page. All page edits are tracked in the revision history, which is publicly accessible.
Wikipedia still recommends that users cross-check information with external sources, especially for critical or controversial topics.