- President Trump has repeatedly claimed — in interviews and at the White House — that "most people don't know that 'dumb' has a B," using that point to justify calling Democrats "Dumocrats."
- Many find the claim absurd and a bit comical, since "dumb" is common vocabulary and basic spelling.
- Commentators say the stunt seems aimed less at spelling than at branding and preserving an image of cleverness, even if it looks silly.
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