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Need help in re-assessment and layout
[edit]I'm working on an article about Maldivian politician Ahmed Haitham and would appreciate feedback on how to proceed with reassessment. I'm facing challenges due to the extensive details of his noteworthy legislation, anti-corruption efforts, and numerous scandals, all supported by hundreds of citations. The article is already as concise as possible, but I'm concerned it may exceed length limits once I include information about his assassination attempt and over 20 parliamentary works. I'm seeking guidance from someone experienced in handling such comprehensive political biographies, particularly regarding article length management and reassessment processes NormadicEditor (talk) 10:23, 5 January 2025 (UTC)
- @NormadicEditor: Thanks for your confidence but I don't think I am the right person to ask in this case since I am not an avid article writer (despite some featured work) and have no experience with such articles. I suggest you check out Wikipedia:WikiProject Maldives or Wikipedia:WikiProject Politics and ask one of their members for input, like for example Cullen328 who is very knowledgeable in both politics and article writing. Good luck! Regards SoWhy 19:40, 8 January 2025 (UTC)
- Thank you :) (Now I will lack confidence, Since you mentioned I needed confidence for asking help) NormadicEditor (talk) 19:50, 8 January 2025 (UTC)
Books & Bytes – Issue 66
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