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18 Feb
Why Opinion Columns Are Not Reliable Sources for Wikipedia Articles
Leona Whitcombe

Why Opinion Columns Are Not Reliable Sources for Wikipedia Articles

Wikipedia relies on verifiable facts, not opinions. Opinion columns, even from respected journalists, are not reliable sources because they express personal views instead of documented evidence. Learn why editorials, columns, and commentary are excluded from Wikipedia citations - and what sources to use instead.

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