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The influence of political and national interests is also evident. Wikipedia’s coverage of geopolitical conflicts, notably between Israel and Palestine, can be skewed by active editors with specific sympathies. The “gang of 40” editors allegedly engaged in systematic removal of mentions of terror attacks by Hamas or Hezbollah, thereby affecting the narrative on these contentious issues.
Similarly, accusations of election interference surface with politically charged pages like "Donald Trump and fascism," crafted during critical moments such as the 2020 U.S. presidential race. By controlling the framing of such topics, Wikipedia editors wield influence over public perception, often favoring narratives aligned with progressive and globalist perspectives.