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This page is for discussion of urgent incidents and chronic, intractable behavioral problems.

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• Want to skip the drama? Check the Recently Active Admins list for admins who may be able to help directly.
• Before posting a grievance about a user on this page:
  • Take a look at these tips for dealing with incivility
  • Consider first discussing the issue on the user's talk page
  • Or try dispute resolution.
• Include diffs demonstrating the problem and be brief; concise reports get faster responses.
• If you cannot edit this page because it is protected, place your comments on the administrators' non-autoconfirmed posts noticeboard and they will be addressed accordingly.

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