Political Quotes

Norma Torres: The shameful allotment and assimilation periods of the late 19th and 20th century was nothing short of a disastrous time…

On the recordJuly 12, 2017
The shameful allotment and assimilation periods of the late 19th and 20th century was nothing short of a disastrous time for Native people.
Said by
Norma Torres
Democratic · California

Editor's note · Context

Torres describes the negative impact of historical policies on Native communities.

Share

More from Norma Torres

Sep 10, 2024

I thank my colleague, Dr. Schrier, and also Assistant Leader Joe Neguse for holding this wildfire Special Order tonight. I rise to speak on the devastating impact that wildfires have in my district, in the Inland Empire, southern…

govinfo.gov
Apr 16, 2024

deploy the United States military

congress.gov
May 27, 2026

The Trump Administration is using hunger as a weapon, and I won’t stand for it.

takano.house.gov
Jun 23, 2025

Robert is cool and calm under the storm, and I think we need that very steady, calm person to lead the Oversight Committee. There is too much at stake.

nbcnews.com

Other voices in this conversation