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Introduction to contentious topics
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Within contentious topics, editors should edit carefully and constructively, refrain from disrupting the encyclopedia, and:
- adhere to the purposes of Wikipedia;
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- comply with any page restrictions in force within the area of conflict; and
- refrain from gaming the system.
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