Marco Rubio: “And we’re happy to be a part of that.”

The United States expects the freedoms of all sectors of Venezuelan politics to continue to be respected.

We are hopeful that Cuba will choose a different path. We are hopeful … that there will be some people in there that open their eyes to the reality of what they’re facing.

Likewise, we expect all political actors to support these talks which represent the best chance Venezuela has had in thirty years to peacefully achieve not just a free and fair election but an enduring democracy.

To those who seek to create positive change in Cuba - now is the time.