American kids have gotten too smart for the Spelling Bee
For as long as I can remember, I have been an avid viewer and fan of the Scripps National Spelling Bee. I love everything about it, from the nerdy kids getting their moment in the spotlight on ESPN to their sheer excitement when they get a word right. Recently, though, I've noticed a disturbing problem with the Spelling Bee — one that could doom its existence as a great American pastime. My fears became amplified last night, watching the 2016 Scripps National Spelling Bee.
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