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how is that sexism - look at the stats behind who edits wikipedia, who posts here or at quora. prove me wrong, with science. it is the opposite of sexism - it

how is that sexism - look at the stats behind who edits wikipedia, who posts here or at quora. prove me wrong, with science. it is the opposite of sexism - it is an uncomfortable truth.

aroch 12y ago
It isn't `mansplaining` just because a man is writing something. I also wasn't aware that writing source-backed articles for an encyclopedia is actually a secret plan by men to oppress women. If you're of the opinion that any time men write or speak on a subject that they're `mansplaining`, perhaps you should reevaluate your world view.
- pinaceae 12y ago
  this is not about oppressing women, wtf. this is about sites using the natural trait of men, especially the nerdy types, to get immense joy of being right. not being able to have something stand uncorrected. and to assume all others are idiots and uninformed. which is where the gender angle comes into play, imho by accident. you don't need to pay them, they'll do all the work, just let them be right, publicly.
  - aroch 12y ago
    ...You used the word `mansplain` which is a loaded word that refers to men patronizing women and is closely tied to patriarchy theory. It's also quite sexist to assume that men are editing Wikipedia so they can "get some" and show off to women. God forbid someone wants to write about things they find interesting or want to be part of and give back to a community.
- malka 12y ago
  Imo, his/her point would be closer to 'men enjoy to show off and brag more than women do'. Though the word 'mansplaining' was poorly chosen imo
- kelukelugames 12y ago
  > this is about sites using the natural trait of men, especially the nerdy types, to get immense joy of being right. I believe this trait is true, but the word mansplaining is loaded and few people agrees with your use of it.
  - aroch 12y ago
    Given the number of women on Tumblr who will happily shout down others just to be right (as far as they're concerned with "right'), I don't think this is a trait specific to men. All people like being smart and like being able to show that.
    - kelukelugames 12y ago
      You are absolutely right. ESPN comments are pretty bad. :)

how is that sexism - look at the stats behind who edits wikipedia, who posts here or at quora. prove me wrong, with science. it is the opposite of sexism - it is an uncomfortable truth.

aroch 12y ago

It isn't `mansplaining` just because a man is writing something. I also wasn't aware that writing source-backed articles for an encyclopedia is actually a secret plan by men to oppress women. If you're of the opinion that any time men write or speak on a subject that they're `mansplaining`, perhaps you should reevaluate your world view.

pinaceae 12y ago
this is not about oppressing women, wtf. this is about sites using the natural trait of men, especially the nerdy types, to get immense joy of being right. not being able to have something stand uncorrected. and to assume all others are idiots and uninformed. which is where the gender angle comes into play, imho by accident. you don't need to pay them, they'll do all the work, just let them be right, publicly.
- aroch 12y ago
  ...You used the word `mansplain` which is a loaded word that refers to men patronizing women and is closely tied to patriarchy theory. It's also quite sexist to assume that men are editing Wikipedia so they can "get some" and show off to women. God forbid someone wants to write about things they find interesting or want to be part of and give back to a community.
malka 12y ago
Imo, his/her point would be closer to 'men enjoy to show off and brag more than women do'. Though the word 'mansplaining' was poorly chosen imo
kelukelugames 12y ago
> this is about sites using the natural trait of men, especially the nerdy types, to get immense joy of being right. I believe this trait is true, but the word mansplaining is loaded and few people agrees with your use of it.
- aroch 12y ago
  Given the number of women on Tumblr who will happily shout down others just to be right (as far as they're concerned with "right'), I don't think this is a trait specific to men. All people like being smart and like being able to show that.
  - kelukelugames 12y ago
    You are absolutely right. ESPN comments are pretty bad. :)