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Such treaties last just as long as they think them for their benefit, and no longer.
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gutenberg.orgGrenville Dodge: “Such treaties last just as long as they think them for their benefit, and no longer.”
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Dodge critiques the temporary nature of treaties with Native Americans, suggesting they are only upheld when beneficial.
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