Jim Risch actually said...

"Our friends and partners in Latin America are looking to the United States to provide strong and sustained leadership in the region."

"The Obama administration intends to pursue clear-eyed diplomacy with Venezuela including direct contacts when they serve our national interests."

"I think one of the lessons we've learned, with Millennium Challenge Corporation and others, is that there are great partnerships to be had out there."

"Our relationship with Venezuela should be designed to serve our national interest."