I co-founded Wikipedia, but an anonymous mob runs the show – and now I'm banned

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Larry Sanger, Wikipedia co-founder, was permanently banned from editing Wikipedia for attempting reform.
A small clique of anonymous administrators wields immense power, arbitrarily blocking users without substantive justification.
Wikipedia's neutrality is compromised by anonymous demagogues, paid editors, and coordinated special-interest groups manipulating content.
Paid editing and external influence, including from governments and PR firms, raise transparency and ethical concerns.
The site's governance lacks accountability, with vague rules enforced by intimidating leaders rather than a community charter.

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