Helen Hunt Jackson

In a Century of Dishonor, the United State demonstrated their lack of consideration for the Indian tribes that they encountered. The Poncas were peaceful and seemed to comply with what the Americans wanted. Even though they handled themselves in this manner, this still didn't stop the Poncas from being victimized. It seems as though they were treated worse than those who revolted. Because the U.S. knew that the y could basically run over the Poncas, they didn't see them as a threat and did what ever they wanted to them rather than being thankful and trying to negotiate with them.

I was deeply sadden at the thought of these innocent HUMANS being hunted down and killed because of their culture. No one deserves to be treated this way, especially if they are willing to hear what the U.S. had to say. I could just imagine the sad and starving faces of these innocent women and children. Scared without anywhere to run because they were being hunted in all directions.

This nation has done some of the most cruel things imaginable to become one of the most powerful nations. If I had to steal and cheat to get something.... I don't want it!