User:Aswinderlich/Evaluate an Article

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Mikhail Gorbachev

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I chose this article regarding Mikhail Gorbachev because he recently died so it was of interest to me. He was the last leader of the Soviet Union and since I am studying the history of socialism, reading about the life of Gorbachev following his recent death seemed relevant.

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The lead section of this article has an introductory sentence that clearly describes the topic. As the lead section continues, it gives a detailed yet concise description of the article's main sections. The article's content is relevant to the topic and is up-to-date. The article is neutral and does not attempt to persuade the reader in favor of one position or away from another. All sources are current and the links are operational. The article is clear, concise and easy to read. No grammatical or spelling errors were cited. The sections reflect the major areas and points of the life of Gorbachev. The images are properly captioned, appealing and help to convey the history of this man. The article is rated good and is part of several Wiki Projects, including those regarding concepts of cold war, military history, Russian history, the Soviet Union, socialism, and politics and government. Current discussions on the Talk page involve proposals for new photos to be used, rumors regarding his death and his appearance in a Pizza Hut commercial. The article is well developed and conveys the important aspects of this man's life, which is rather complete. It is inclusive, especially with the information regarding the reactions to his recent death, including reactions from all over the world, though what is missing are reactions from United States political dignitaries.