I generally refrain from discussing politics due to its inherently volatile and toxic nature. Engaging in meaningful discourse becomes increasingly challenging when many individuals adopt an all-or-nothing mentality. Furthermore, it is concerning that disagreement is often equated with hate, creating a toxic atmosphere that stifles open dialogue. This raises a critical question: when did differing opinions become synonymous with animosity? The decline of civility and kindness in discussions on contentious topics is alarming. I find myself hesitant to express my thoughts on this matter, fully aware that there are those who may attempt to undermine or shame me into conformity through disparagement and hostility.

First of all yes I am an American citizen. Born and raised in the South. Life was hard growing up well into adulthood. Despite that I felt that I had a good attitude when it came to being an American and what it meant to me. Freedom to live and speak is paramount to that freedom. What is not paramount is subjugating people to live the way you want them to live or put a boot on their neck when they don’t agree with you on something. We as Americans are supposed to live a peaceful, prosperous life but really if you look at how Americans have lived for the last 300 years, I’m not sure that is really what went on. There are groups that has flourished while others live paycheck to paycheck. Now a lot of us would say, take care of what is wrong with the United States and leave other countries alone. I agree with that. What I don’t agree with is trying to take over more countries just to fill some kind of ego someone has. Right now the cost of living is skyrocketing in the US not to mention world wide. How can the United States think they can afford to take over another country when they don’t even take care of it’s people much less the states and territories it already owns? I would caution anyone about jumping on this bandwagon to take over other counties or the canal! None of them belong to the United States. They are independent of the US and need to stay that way. We have no business trying to take over the world just for the fun of it.

I have come to love Greenland. I’ve lived here long enough now to be considered a “Greenlander.” What does being a Greenlander mean to me? I still have all those same freedoms I had living in the United States. I’m still an American citizen. I have not been forced or subjugated to live as a Greenlander. Instead these people have befriended me and helped me integrate into their society. The Greenlandic people have shown me grace, kindness, smiles and more. When I struggle to pronounce a greenlandic word, they smile and tell me they understood what I said and help me with pronunciation. I have learned so much from the people here! They are very kind people who believe in family, love, kindness and taking care of nature! They have a true respect for nature and have fought for generations to keep her as beautiful and pristine as possible. I have learned so much about the folklore and stories and history as well. This is truly a rich and colorful country filled with so much to see and learn. I don’t think I will ever tire of learning and seeing things about this country. I truly love what I have found here. I have found peace, insulation, and happiness! Something I never had before I moved here. I worry that if something were to occur where the people of Greenland are forced into another type of subjugation , that will be lost too! I’m happy that most are standing up for Greenland for Greenland is truly the Greenlandic people who take care of her!

Down below is a press release concerning all this discussion about Greenland. I hope you will read all of it with an open mind and try to understand what it is I’m trying to articulate. It is wrong for the United States government to pressure another country to capitulate to what they want. Yes, I miss things about my home country that I had access to. Not enough to see my country take over such a beautiful place as Greenland. There is no place in the world like Greenland!

Copied from Naalakkersuisut Press Release!

Naalakkersuisut press release regarding the latest statements from incoming President Donald Trump

Sent by: Ministry of Independence and Foreign Affairs

Statement of Naalakkersuisut regarding the latest comments from President-elect Donald Trump 

Greenland’s independence
Greenland belongs to the People of Greenland – and Greenland’s development and future are decided solely by its people. The fight for independence is Greenland’s own matter. Our future is ours and must be defined by us. We are aware of our rights as a People with the right to self-determination. 

International cooperation 
States and countries are welcome to have interests in increased cooperation with Greenland. On the road to an independent Greenland, we are open to more and constructive cooperation with our nearest neighbours. Greenland looks forward to discussing the possibilities for business cooperation, the development of Greenland’s mineral sector, including critical minerals and other relevant areas with the US. 

The Trump administration
Greenland has and will continue to cooperate with the US as one of our closest partners. Greenland has had more than 80 years of defense cooperation with the US for the benefit of the security of Greenland, the US and the rest of the western world. Naalakkersuisut looks forward to establishing contact with President-elect Donald Trump and his new administration. 

Changing security dynamics in the Arctic  
Greenland is aware of the changed security dynamics in the Arctic. We understand and recognize that Greenland plays a decisive and important role for the US’s national security interests. This is the reason why Greenland is the host of an essential American base in North Greenland. Greenland looks forward to working with the incoming US administration and other NATO allies to ensure security and stability in the Arctic region.

The sender is: Minister for Statehood and Foreign Affairs, Vivian Motzfeldt For more information, contact Permanent Secretary Mininguaq Kleist at e-mail: mikl@nanoq.gl

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