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Bayard

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7. I haven't figured that one out either

Reply to Aristus (Reply #3)

Fri May 9, 2025, 11:06 PM

May 9

How is Greenland any more necessary for U.S. security now, than it was 100 years ago? 10 years ago?

Its trump's own version of Manifest Destiny, or empire building. Take your pick.

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