I think that is critical. And I am going to write a letter to Pope Francis thanking him for his leadership on this.

It has allowed the United States to expand direct support to the Cuban people.

I think having a policy in which Americans cannot interact with the people that we care about is not only, I think, unintelligent but it does not work.

I think what was noteworthy about the act is it codified all restrictions under the Cuban Assets Control Regulations that were promulgated by the Treasury Department in 1963, and it codified the Cuban embargo.

I think this 2018 election is a real test for us, in a way, because if we can focus on democracy and freedom and fairness.

Our new policy is in line with our allies' policy.

It has opened up new opportunities for American businesses in Cuba.

It has reinvigorated U.S. leadership in Latin America and improved U.S. relations with countries in the region.

I think the fact that our regional partners got to actually meet human rights advocates is very important.

the Holy See will continue to assure its support for initiatives which both nations will undertake to strengthen their bilateral relations and promote the well-being of their respective citizens.

The fact of the matter is they represent the status quo and the status quo in Cuba has not worked.

Five months ago, President Obama announced that the United States would begin the process of normalizing relations with Cuba.