Why does the chief set a condition on accepting the president's offer
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Chief Seattle belongs to the native tribe and is asked to relinquish their ancestral land to the Whites as stated during a proposal. it's a wise proposal because the native tribe was seen to be living a fearful life as they were constantly frightened by their ancient enemies. However, the land holds lots of emotional, religious and ecological importance for the tribal people. Before accepting the proposal sent by the White’s Chief, Seattle puts forth some concerns and conditions. He mentions in his speech that he hopes that the nice father in Washington would protect them and his brave warriors would prove useful acting as a good wall of strength against their enemies. He strikes a note of reconciliation between his people and therefore the White people. He hopes that his people understand true and accept the proposition. He condemns wars, and so, he thinks that the proposition is within the welfare of the people. Once the Whites take hold of the land, they'll impose their laws and regulation over it and it can hurt the emotions of the natives. Therefore, he demands from the Whites that the natives should never be stopped from visiting their sacred land. His people should even be given the liberty to go to the graves of their ancestors, family and friends.
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