Protestors in Copenhagen have adopted a cheeky strategy to express their opposition to US President Donald Trump's threats to seize Greenland, with red baseball caps featuring the slogan "Make America Go Away" emblazoned on them.
The tongue-in-cheek hats, created by local vintage clothing store owner Jesper Rabe Tonnesen, have become a rallying symbol for protesters seeking to show their support for Denmark and Greenland. After initially failing to gain traction last year, the caps saw a surge in demand following Trump's recent escalation of rhetoric over the Arctic territory.
The caps, featuring a playful twist on the Danish phrase "Nu det nok," meaning "Now it's enough," now sell out quickly, with Tonnesen ordering thousands more. Protesters wear them alongside red-and-white Danish and Greenlandic flags and handmade signs mocking US claims over the territory, including one reading "Make America Smart Again."
"We're showing that we don't like the president of the United States and that we support the people of Greenland," said 49-year-old protester Kristian Boye. The protest gathering in front of Copenhagen City Hall struck a lighthearted tone while delivering a serious message: that Denmark will not stand idly by as US threats undermine Western security.
European governments are rallying behind Denmark, warning that any move to seize Greenland would be a threat to regional stability. But the protesters' use of humor to express their outrage reflects a broader cultural shift in how issues like climate change and global politics are being addressed.
The tongue-in-cheek hats, created by local vintage clothing store owner Jesper Rabe Tonnesen, have become a rallying symbol for protesters seeking to show their support for Denmark and Greenland. After initially failing to gain traction last year, the caps saw a surge in demand following Trump's recent escalation of rhetoric over the Arctic territory.
The caps, featuring a playful twist on the Danish phrase "Nu det nok," meaning "Now it's enough," now sell out quickly, with Tonnesen ordering thousands more. Protesters wear them alongside red-and-white Danish and Greenlandic flags and handmade signs mocking US claims over the territory, including one reading "Make America Smart Again."
"We're showing that we don't like the president of the United States and that we support the people of Greenland," said 49-year-old protester Kristian Boye. The protest gathering in front of Copenhagen City Hall struck a lighthearted tone while delivering a serious message: that Denmark will not stand idly by as US threats undermine Western security.
European governments are rallying behind Denmark, warning that any move to seize Greenland would be a threat to regional stability. But the protesters' use of humor to express their outrage reflects a broader cultural shift in how issues like climate change and global politics are being addressed.
"Make America Go Away" cap idea! It's so cleverly done, I mean who wouldn't wanna make a tongue-in-cheek statement against Trump's antics? The way the protesters are using humor to show their opposition is really refreshing - it's like they're saying "enough is enough" without being all serious and stuffy. And can we talk about how awesome it is that European governments are supporting Denmark on this one? It's like, solidarity at its finest! 
I love this idea! Who wouldn't want to "Make America Go Away" with a cool baseball cap? It's all about poking fun at the situation without losing the message 
. The fact that they're selling out quickly shows people aren't afraid to have a laugh while still standing up for what's right 
. It's a great example of how humor can be used as a powerful tool in activism 
. I'm definitely buying one of those caps now! 
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! It's genius that they're using humor to show the US President who's boss, and it's awesome to see Danes standing up for their sovereignty. I mean, who needs diplomacy when you can just wear a funny hat? 
can u imagine if ppl in the us started wearing those caps too? 