Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, I rise today to condemn the repressive actions and human rights abuses perpetrated by Daniel Ortega in Nicaragua. Ortega has forced the Nicaraguan Supreme Court to not recognize the leaders of two opposition political parties. He has removed 28 deputies and alternates from the National Assembly. He has chosen his wife to be his running mate in the upcoming illegitimate elections in order to continue the Ortega dynasty and has sent his thugs to break up peaceful marches by Nicaraguan civil society, who are demanding inclusive elections with international and domestic observers. Mr. Speaker, there must be consequences for these actions, and that is why I introduced the bill, H.R. 5708, the NICA Act, alongside my friend Congressman Albio Sires of New Jersey, to ensure that the United States will oppose any loans to this decrepit regime. We must show the Nicaraguan people that we stand with them in solidarity and support their efforts to convene free, fair, and transparent elections. ____________________”