I think Athol and RJH do have valid points, there are times when I have had similar experiences.
Curt, or sarcastic comments, whoever they are from, are no help at all. Critics are 'ten a penny', but unless they can offer something CONSTRUCTIVE, they have very little use.
Yes indeed, there are times when WT does feel very restrictive, as though we are all here just for the benefit of certain folks egos, those that are in an exclusive clique.
For example, We are all supposed to be working together for a common purpose, that's why it's called collaborative. So, when a profile is marked as a 'work in progress', then demands for sources, references, and proofs are not helpful, if we already knew all the answers we would not need to ask other members for their help. These messages on the profile are not constructive, just a manifestation of the 'police state'.