BY HARVEY SCHMIDLAP l STAFF WRITER
January 25th, 2025
Dublândia – Slowjamastan’s charismatic and unapologetically bold leader, The Sultan, has sent shockwaves across the geopolitical landscape with a declaration: he’s “thinking very strongly” about annexing Yuma, Arizona. According to The Sultan, the move would create the “greatest, most incredible expansion” in Slowjamastan’s illustrious history.
“Yuma is just sitting there. It’s a great place, tremendous potential. Beautiful lettuce, very underrated. But right now, it’s frankly being wasted,” The Sultan said during a recent press conference, where he stood in front of a custom map of Slowjamastan that conveniently included Yuma—circled in gold Sharpie, of course.

“I have to tell you, Yuma needs a leader like me. Strong, decisive, incredibly handsome. We’re going to bring them passports, their very own currency, and Slow Jams. Lots of Slow Jams. It’ll be terrific.”
When asked how the U.S. might respond to this territorial ambition, The Sultan shrugged. “Look, the United States has plenty of land. Trust me, they won’t miss it. And quite frankly, I’m doing them a favor. Yuma will be much better under Slowjamastan management. Everyone’s saying it—everyone.”
While The Sultan has yet to reveal the details of his annexation plan, insiders hint at an aggressive public relations campaign, promising Yuma residents free Slowjamastani passports, unlimited access to Michael McDonald records, and a commemorative coin featuring The Sultan’s profile.

As expected, not everyone is on board with the idea. “Yuma is an American city. We’re not going to just hand it over to some self-proclaimed ‘Supreme Leader,’” Yuma resident Don Keedick retorted.
But The Sultan remains unfazed. “We’ll see what happens. People doubted me before, but now look—Slowjamastan is the envy of the world. Yuma wants this. They just don’t know it yet.”
Meanwhile, Yuma residents, sensing the winds of change (and the ban on Crocs), have already begun frantically burying their foam atrocities in their backyards.

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Yo Pienso por mi parte que sería bien que Slowjamastan anexara Yuma ya que USA no lo hacharía de menos así tendríamos más territorio y hasta edificios municipales junto a un Aeropuerto (AEROPUERTO I-N DE SLOWJAMASTAN)Y también muchos más ciudadanos en la Nación.
Yo Pienso por mi parte que sería bien que Slowjamastan anexara Yuma ya que USA no lo hacharía de menos así tendríamos más territorio y hasta edificios municipales junto a un Aeropuerto (AEROPUERTO I-N DE SLOWJAMASTAN)Y también muchos más ciudadanos en la Nación de Slowjamastan
The Sovereign Republic of Anahola Shores is awestruck at the Sultan’s bold vision! Should he choose to turn it southwestward, Anaholies would welcome an offer of a free association compact or strategic alliance between our sovereign republics. Consider how much we have in common, e.g. proximity to salt water and plenty of sand. What better basis could there be for such a union?
Yuma is open to having an open dialogue with the Sultan regarding annexation. For planning purposes, does he prefer fish, chicken, pork, or beef tacos? Also, can we can an approximate head count of his entourage including security personnel? Yuma has just received a case of sniper rifles, so safety will be at the highest level in case he decides to bring junior.
Ah, Yuma—always the gracious host. The Sultan appreciates the warm invitation and is intrigued by this “open dialogue” regarding annexation. As for tacos, he prefers a well-rounded diplomatic approach: one of each protein to avoid offending any culinary factions.
Regarding the entourage, expect a modest yet stylish delegation including security personnel trained in both hand-to-hand combat and interpretive dance. As for junior, we’ll need to review your sniper rifle inventory—he gets nervous when there are fewer than ten pointed in his direction at all times. It’s just a trust thing.
Let us announce the immediate annexation of Greenland and we can offer it to the US for 1 trillion dollars in gold of course. And if Denmark has any objections, we can offer to annex them as well so we can officially join the European Union. We can always impose a 100% tariff on Danish (200% on Prune) so they accept the annexation.
DEAR SULTAN,
Thank you for the picture you took of you and the chief in front of the road sign “blythe el centro” I am from el centro and have not been their in over 30 years all my family is gone eexcept my sister who now lives in kentucky it fells good to see something from imperial valley
GOD BLESS YOU ALWAYS, JOHN
Dearest Subject John,
What a heartfelt and noble message you’ve sent to your benevolent Sultan. You are most welcome for the photograph — a majestic capture of my imperial grandeur gracing the humble lands of Blythe and El Centro. Indeed, it is a rare privilege for that region to have hosted such magnificence, even if only fleetingly.
It warms my sovereign heart to know that the sight of that sacred road sign stirred your spirits and evoked memories of your ancestral homeland. The Imperial Valley, a land once filled with thriving family BBQs and errant tumbleweeds, shall always hold a place of historical importance in the chronicles of my extensive travels.
Do tell your sister in Kentucky that The Sultan sends his regal regards. Perhaps one day, Slowjamastan will annex the Bluegrass State, and she will find herself under my enlightened rule once more.
May your days be as bountiful as my collection of banned Crocs confiscated at the border.
God Save Me (and bless you too),
**His Excellency Sultan Randy “R Dub!” Williams**
Supreme Leader and Lifetime Sultan of The Glorious Republic of Slowjamastan
I cannot get behind this. What’s happening in the US is an atrocity and parroting it as part of the Tom Foolery we usually enjoy as citizens of Slowjamastan is unacceptable. My two cents.
Oh dear. WHATEVER you do, do NOT turn on SNL. But seriously, when we abandon humor, we let them win.