US annexation

Greenland Overwhelmingly Rejects US Annexation Bid

Greenlanders overwhelmingly rejected President Donald Trump’s suggestion that Greenland join the United States, with a staggering 85% of the population opposing such a move. This resounding rejection effectively quashed Trump’s persistent claims of Greenland’s eagerness for annexation.

The results, gleaned from a poll conducted by Verian and commissioned by Danish and Greenlandic news outlets, clearly illustrated the sentiment of the Greenlandic people. Only a small percentage, around 6%, expressed a preference for joining the US over remaining within the Danish realm. A further 9% remained undecided, leaving an overwhelming majority firmly against the proposition.

The discrepancy between this poll and previous surveys, some suggesting much higher support for US annexation, raises questions about the reliability of certain polling methods and potential biases.… Continue reading

Greenland Poll: Overwhelming Rejection of US Annexation

A recent poll revealed that a staggering 85% of Greenlanders do not wish to become part of the United States. This overwhelming rejection of a potential US acquisition is quite striking, and leaves one wondering about the motivations behind the remaining 15%.

The initial reaction to the poll results is surprise, given the high percentage opposed to the idea. It prompts a comparison to similar sentiment within the United States itself, leading to speculation about the current level of dissatisfaction with the American system amongst its own citizens. Concerns about the potential loss of healthcare, the crippling costs of illness, and the dismantling of social safety nets are mentioned as significant deterrents.… Continue reading