What if California became a part of Denmark?
That’s exactly what a group of Danish campaigners are proposing, flipping the script on former U.S. President Donald Trump’s attempt to acquire Greenland.
In a bold and satirical move, the campaigners have launched an initiative to buy California from the United States and transform it into a Danish territory.
The ‘Denmarkification’ Plan
The movement, dubbed the ‘Denmarkification’ campaign, aims to crowdfund a staggering $1 trillion to purchase the Golden State.
The goal? To introduce Danish values, enjoy California’s sunshine, and make full use of its resources.
Organizers promise a cultural overhaul, blending Denmark’s traditions with California’s modern appeal.
A Response to Trump’s Greenland Ambitions
Trump had repeatedly expressed interest in acquiring Greenland, an autonomous territory of Denmark, citing its mineral wealth and strategic importance.
He even hinted at using economic or military pressure to secure the deal.
The Danish campaign mirrors his rhetoric, vowing to ‘make California great again’—a direct jab at Trump’s famous slogan.
A Campaign with a Sense of Humor
The initiative, launched by Xavier Dutoit, has quickly gained traction.
An online petition supporting the purchase gathered 200,000 signatures in just hours.
Among the campaign’s more humorous promises is renaming California to ‘New Denmark’ and transforming Disneyland into ‘Hans Christian Andersenland,’ featuring a Viking-helmet-wearing Mickey Mouse.
LEGO Diplomacy and Danish Pastries
Dutoit also suggested that LEGO executives should mediate negotiations between the U.S. and Denmark, arguing that their experience handling frustrated children over missing bricks makes them perfect negotiators.
The proposal even playfully offers Trump a lifetime supply of Danish pastries to sweeten the deal, which, as the campaign jokes, ‘Hollywood will pay for.’
Why Trump Might Agree
The campaign points out that Trump has long had a contentious relationship with California, frequently clashing with state leaders like Gavin Newsom and Kamala Harris.
It playfully suggests that he might actually be open to selling the state, given his well-documented frustrations.
The Danish Touch: ‘Hygge’ in Hollywood
If successful, the campaign promises to bring Danish customs to California, stating, ‘We’ll bring hygge to Hollywood, bike lanes to Beverly Hills, and organic smørrebrød to every street corner.’
It also highlights benefits like universal healthcare, fact-based politics, and a strong rule of law—elements that contrast sharply with Trump-era policies.
A War of Words with Denmark
This satirical campaign is just one of many responses to Trump’s Greenland ambitions.
Danish politician Anders Vistisen made headlines when he publicly dismissed Trump’s claim that Denmark might not have a legal right to Greenland.
His blunt response? ‘Let me put it in words you might understand, Mr. Trump. F**k off.’
The Bigger Picture: Greenland’s Strategic Role
Greenland has long been of interest to world powers.
Though geographically part of North America, it has been politically linked to Europe since the 9th century and was a Danish colony until 1953.
Today, it remains an autonomous Danish territory, with Denmark handling its foreign and economic policy.
The U.S. already maintains a military base there, valuing its strategic position between North America and Europe.
A Satirical Take with a Serious Undertone
While the ‘Denmarkification’ campaign is clearly a tongue-in-cheek response to Trump’s Greenland proposal, it highlights the absurdity of such land acquisition discussions in modern geopolitics.
Whether it’s Greenland or California, one thing is clear—countries and territories aren’t for sale, no matter how much money is on the table.
So, what’s next? Probably more witty responses from the Danes, and maybe—just maybe—some California residents will start checking out real estate in Copenhagen.
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