"Men Explain Things to Me" (Rebecca Solnit)

"Men Explain Things to Me" by Rebecca Solnit highlights how women often face condescension and dismissal from men, especially when their knowledge is overlooked or underestimated. The essay discusses the pattern of men talking over or explaining things to women as if they know better, which silences women's voices. Solnit uses the term "mansplaining" to describe this behavior—when men assume they are more knowledgeable than women simply because of gender. The piece sheds light on everyday gender dynamics that reinforce inequality, emphasizing the need to recognize and challenge these behaviors to promote respect and equality.