What is the authors veiwpoint on native american relocation in andrew jackson’s indian removal speech ? is this author effective in advancing that viewpoint?

Andrew Jackson's views of American Indians was, like most white men of his day, blatanly euro-centric and openly racist.

In his speech to Congress  he attempts, like most politicians, to present a reasonable face to an otherwise cruel and cowardly act later referred to as the Trail of Tears.'

He makes reference to theh 'benevolent act' of removing 'Indians' from their ancestral and rightful lands. He refers to them as 'savage' and implies the expansion of 'whites' is ultimately in their benefit since it will introduce them to more 'civilized' customs and conducts or 'counsels' as he calls them.

the symbol of the grandfather's heritage in this excerpt from "the medicine bag,” is the beaded bolo tie.

a bolo tie is a cord fastened around the neck with an ornamental clasp which is worn as a necktie. they have been used by native american tribes such as hopi, navajo, zuni, and puebloans since the mid-20th century.

therefore, the fact that the grandfather is wearing a bolo tie refers to his heritage as native american.

cockroaches and rats most likely symbolize in the play is :