"I propose, in short, a policy of maximum choice for the American Indian: a policy expressed in programs of self-help, self-development, self-determination."
"Any donkey can kick a barn down, but it takes a good carpenter to build one."
"It is easier to build than it is to destroy."
"If we base our programs upon it, the day will come when the relationship between Indians and the Government will be one of full partnership—not dependency."
"More than half of the Indians obtain water from contaminated or potentially dangerous sources, and use waste disposal facilities that are grossly inadequate."
"I am so glad that you invited me to come over here and be with you because I like to be with people who give our older folks the kind of attention that you do and the kind they need."
"We have been working toward that, and I believe we are succeeding."
"This ceremony could well be the opening scene in a replay of one of my favorite late show dramas, 'Mr. Smith Goes to Washington.'"
"I think most of America--I know the Cabinet, certainly, the leaders in Congress who honor you with their presence here this morning--share my confidence that you are going to lead us forward in the gr..."
"I want to say on behalf of the Cabinet, and such Members of Congress as I may be able to speak for, that we join you, C. R., in your hope and your wish that we, too, can end even, at least."
"I appreciate your prompt response to my invitation to come to Washington today to discuss the copper dispute."