- United States
- Wisc.
- Letter
This proposal to acquire Greenland and rename it "Red, White, and Blueland" may seem appealing on the surface, but our nation has many existing territories that warrant greater attention and resources. From Puerto Rico to the U.S. Virgin Islands, American Samoa, Guam, and the Northern Mariana Islands, we have a responsibility to prioritize the needs and well-being of our current territories before expanding further. These communities face unique challenges that demand focused solutions tailored to their specific circumstances. Rather than diverting limited resources and political capital towards a costly and complicated acquisition, we should concentrate our efforts on addressing longstanding issues within our existing territories, strengthening our commitment to their progress and self-determination. Only after fulfilling our obligations to these regions should we consider such an ambitious undertaking as acquiring a new territory. For now, prudence dictates we redirect our energies towards uplifting those who already fall under the American flag.