Spelling Bee faces backlash over inclusion of ‘Womyn’ as an acceptable spelling

The Scripps National Spelling Bee is facing criticism for including "womyn" as an acceptable spelling of "women" in its third-grade study list. Critics argue this reflects a political agenda, while Scripps defends its decision, citing Merriam-Webster's recognition of the term.

Dec 14, 2024 - 23:30
Spelling Bee faces backlash over inclusion of ‘Womyn’ as an acceptable spelling
The Scripps National Spelling Bee is facing criticism for including "womyn" as an acceptable spelling of "women" in its third-grade study list. Critics argue this reflects a political agenda, while Scripps defends its decision, citing Merriam-Webster's recognition of the term.