Yes, Pam, the Weatherford story is quite fascinating. Jackson, when he had the man in his clutches, showed him mercy out of respect for his bravery. Something primeval in that I think.

But I think the subjugation of the Indians on this continent followed no different a pattern than any other wars of conquest anywhere else. For some reason, we beat ourselves up more than we take others to task. It ain't about other countries' excesses, it's about us--the great satan of the world.

I despise the wrongs and injustice that were done to all peoples in this country for money, or policy, or what have you. But nothing surprises me about the true nature of man and what he does. Man is nothing but a sick, sick bastid in his heart of hearts.