When a white person offers unsolicited, often condescending explanations to a person of color, assuming superior knowledge due to racial privilege, it’s called whitesplaining. This behavior dismisses the listener’s lived experience and expertise. Ultimately, it benefits the speaker by reinforcing their perceived authority, while silencing marginalized voices and hindering genuine cross-cultural understanding.
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