We gave up some of our country to the white men, thinking that then we could have peace. We were mistaken. The white man would not let us alone.
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This is the way we want to interact with everyone. . . . That's always our goal. The more that we can interact on a positive level, the better, ... We are out there stressing cooperation and building positive relationships.Chief Joseph
Our chiefs are killed.... The little children are freezing to death.... My people have no blankets, no food.... My heart is sick and sad.... I will fight no more forever.
Chief Joseph
I believe much trouble would be saved if we opened our hearts more.
Chief Joseph
You might as well expect rivers to run backwards as any man born free to be contented penned up.
Chief Joseph
Lawyer acted without authority from our band. He had no right to sell the Wallowa country.
Chief Joseph
There is a legitimate place for him in a law enforcement agency. He is a unique individual and there are a number of things he could do for a community. From what I have seen, he is into law enforcement. He could have come and gone today but he stayed for beyond what I would have expected. We know he is not in this for the money.
Chief Joseph
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