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* Misplaced Pages is based on reliable sources, especially ], and the majority use lowercase. * Misplaced Pages is based on reliable sources, especially ], and the majority use lowercase.

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Below are answers to frequently asked questions about the corresponding page MF Doom. They address concerns, questions, and misconceptions which have repeatedly arisen on the talk page. Please update this material when needed.


Why doesn't Misplaced Pages write "MF DOOM" in all caps?

Misplaced Pages uses lowercase for two reasons:

  • Misplaced Pages is based on reliable sources, especially secondary sources, and the majority use lowercase.

Note that the article mentions in the first sentence that the name is stylized in all caps, so it's not like Misplaced Pages is ignoring this.


Why does Misplaced Pages say MF Doom was British-American?

Misplaced Pages is based on reliable secondary sources. These sources variously describe Doom as American, British-American or British-born.

The consensus among Misplaced Pages editors is that "British-American" is the best compromise for the lead sentence. It reflects the plurality of sources and is a reasonable interpretation of his identity. The complexity of MF Doom's nationality and citizenship is described in detail in the article body.

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