Overview

• The petition, titled 'Denmarkification,' was launched as a satirical response to Donald Trump's renewed interest in acquiring Greenland for the U.S.
• Organized by Swiss-French activist Xavier Dutoit, the campaign humorously envisions California as 'New Denmark,' complete with Danish pastries and a rebranded Disneyland called 'Hans Christian Andersenland.'
• The petition cites Trump's critical comments about California and his ongoing disputes with its leadership as reasons he might agree to 'sell' the state.
• The campaign has gained traction online, amassing over 200,000 signatures while emphasizing its satirical nature with a disclaimer that it is '100% real... in our dreams.'
• The petition has sparked broader discussions about neocolonialism, democracy, and political satire, while also drawing attention to Trump's controversial Greenland proposal.