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“Wikipedia lacks the habit or tradition of respect for expertise. As a community, far from being elitist (which would, in this context, mean excluding the unwashed masses), it is anti-elitist (which, in this context, means that expertise is not accorded any special respect, and snubs and disrespect…” quote by Larry Sanger
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“Wikipedia lacks the habit or tradition of respect for expertise. As a community, far from being elitist (which would, in this context, mean excluding the unwashed masses), it is anti-elitist (which, in this context, means that expertise is not accorded any special respect, and snubs and disrespect of expertise is tolerated).”

Larry Sanger

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Wikipedia undervalues expertise, treating it as non‑special.

In simple terms: Disrespects expertise.

Key Takeaway

Advocate for expertise respect.

Themes

expertise respect information community

Mood

critical analytical

Type

informative reflective

When to use this quote

  • academic publishing
  • online platforms
  • policy making

Key Concepts

knowledge hierarchy digital culture

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can expertise be honored online?
  • What role should experts play in crowdsourced knowledge?
A Different Perspective

Balancing openness with expertise is challenging.

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