Necessary pressure for a good deal (16%) – "I don’t agree with most if the things this administration does, but I see the value in how it was approached. Just don’t ask me to admit it."
Too aggressive for a close ally (72%) – "Far too aggressive for any ally. The rhetoric seriously damaged the US's image in the world and broke international trust that's been developed over more than a century. Allies should not be wary of us as a potential threat."
"The people of Greenland have always been our friends and allies. There has never been a reason for the United States government to doubt that. The only thing that has changed is that Trump's threats have now caused resentment in the people of Greenland, Denmark and our NATO allies. No one trusts us anymore, and for good reason. We are seen as bullies, because we are bullies."
"The agreement adds nothing really new and along the way showed that America will not honor past agreements."
Mixed feelings (12%) – "This agreement could have occurred sooner with quiet diplomacy, instead of the bullying and threats Trump has babbled about for years. I have to think Denmark and Greenland took the position of worn-out parents of a child who won't stop whining to get what he wants, so it's easier to just give in. The US presence in Greenland will strengthen NATO somewhat, though I doubt if Trump gave that idea much thought. I do think he handed future presidents an Ace card to play with our position closer to the Arctic circle. Then again, he doesn't play the long game, he plays for the current news cycle."
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