"General Howard informed me, in a haughty spirit, that he would give my people 30 days to go back hom..." — Chief Joseph

It does not require many words to speak the truth.

Hear me, my chiefs! I am tired. My heart is sick and sad. From where the sun now stands, I will fight no more forever.

Treat all men alike. Give them the same law. Give them an even chance to live and grow.

It makes my heart sick when I remember all the good words and the broken promises.