Michael Snow wrote:
What's really appalling is that in many instances, not even the talk page of the disputed article is being used. The only communication going on is through edit summaries, and since those typically consist of "rv", accusations of vandalism, snide remarks, or the pre-filled edit summary from an admin using the rollback button, it's worse than useless.
I fully endorse this paragraph.
I'd rather see people fighting dirty on the talk pages than a revert war. At least in a case like that, there is a glimmer of hope for communication.
But of course, I would rather see people not fighting dirty at all, but rather seeking to influence others through kindness, reason, and patience.
--Jimbo