neo-nationalism is an apt vehicle for remaking society the way you want. if the us were to acquire greenland and develop parts, it would create a whole new leg of american cold-weather culture with its own mores, all brand new. perfect opportunity to do something different in terms of economy or society's competitive balance.  i also feel the friendly laissez-faire management of those territories in common with our anglo and european allies has an expiration date.
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