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Danish Petition Proposes 'Buying' California in Response to Trump's Greenland Proposal

A humorous Danish petition seeks to buy California, garnering over 200,000 signatures, as a lighthearted counter to Trump's interest in Greenland.

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  1. Danish petition to buy California attracts hundreds of thousands of signatures

    The satirical petition reflects a whimsical yet pointed critique of both Trump's aspirations and the absurdity of territorial acquisitions in modern geopolitics, highlighting a desire for lightheartedness in a typically serious arena.

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  2. Hygge to Hollywood: Petition calling for Denmark to buy California reaches 200,000 signatures

    The satirical petition cleverly highlights the absurdity of international land transactions while playfully inviting Denmark to enjoy all that California has to offer, suggesting that perhaps the only thing more ridiculous than buying Greenland is swapping it for the Golden State.

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  3. 'We’ll bring hygge to Hollywood': Danes jokingly petition to buy California as Trump seeks Greenland

    This lighthearted petition captures the whimsy of turning California into a cozy Danish paradise, playfully mocking the absurdity of the geopolitical climate while highlighting a tangible cultural connection.

    'We’ll bring hygge to Hollywood': Danes jokingly petition to buy California as Trump seeks Greenland

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Updated: Feb 12th, 2025, 1:29 PM ET

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A satirical petition from Denmark aims to acquire California, collecting over 200,000 signatures. The initiative humorously challenges Trump's repeated interest in Greenland, highlighting cultural exchanges and absurdities in its proposals. Among other plans, the petition suggests renaming Disneyland to 'Hans Christian Andersenland' and promises a more relaxed lifestyle inspired by Danish culture. Meanwhile, Greenland's leadership has expressed strong opposition to U.S. attempts to control their territory, reinforcing their wish for independence.

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