Humor often serves as a tool for political commentary, and a growing number of Danes are using satire to respond to a controversial proposal by Donald Trump. The former U.S. president recently reignited his interest in acquiring Greenland, sparking widespread amusement—and a creative counterproposal from Denmark.
As reported by 20 Minutos, an online petition titled "Denmarkification" has called for Denmark to purchase California. The campaign humorously outlines the benefits of such a deal, citing California’s avocado production, technological influence, and the opportunity to rename Disneyland as Hans Christian Andersenland in honor of the famous Danish author.
"Make California Great Ægain"
The petition mocks Trump’s well-known slogan by adopting the phrase “Måke Califørnia Great Ægain.” It also jests about Denmark’s need for "more sun, palm trees, and roller skates," pitching the acquisition as a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Trump has previously referred to California as "the most ruined state in the Union" and has had long-standing disputes with its leaders. The campaign’s creators playfully suggest that Trump might be eager to sell California under the right circumstances.
This initiative is a satirical response to Trump's ongoing attempts to negotiate control of Greenland, an autonomous Danish territory. Danish authorities have repeatedly rejected these efforts, calling the proposal “absurd.”
Satire with a Purpose
At the bottom of the campaign’s webpage, a disclaimer reads: “This campaign is 100% real... in our dreams.” Despite its humorous tone, the petition has sparked conversations about political relations and the use of satire in international discourse.
With nearly 200,000 signatures already, the campaign has captured both Danish and international attention, reflecting ongoing tensions over Trump's geopolitical ambitions.
