As independent powers, we negotiated with them by treaties; as proprietors, we purchased of them all the lands which we could prevail upon them to sell; as brethren of the human race, rude and ignorant, we endeavored to bring them to the knowledge of religion and letters.
He describes the multifaceted approach of the U.S. towards Native Americans, including treaties and land purchases.
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