Wikipedia:Mediation Cabal/Cases/2007-03-11 Brian McLaren

Mediation Case: 2007-03-11 Brian McLaren
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Request Information

 * Request made by: Will3935 18:16, 11 March 2007 (UTC)


 * Where is the issue taking place?
 * ... In the Brian McLaren article. also on discussion page and user talk pages.


 * Who's involved?
 * ..., , and


 * What's going on?
 * ...Can't get Virgil Vaduza to work with me in a civil way. He will not allow my input (would love to confidentially reveal my credentials to neutral party if such is possible). Both of us are obstinate. I am trying to calm the tone to a civil one but Virgil will have none of it. Now, mysterious new editor named Frank shows up to help Virgil using the same arguments Virgil does and flaming with just as harsh rhetoric. Can't help but suspect sockpuppetry.


 * ''What would you like to change about that?
 * ...Would desparately like tone changed to civility. Would like my edits discussed rather than summarily overridden with harsh comments. I want to participate and contribute to this article.


 * Would you prefer we work discreetly? If so, how can we reach you?
 * ...Whatever you think would be most helpful. You can reach my on my user talkpage

(Will3935)

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