John Kerry actually said...

Cuba remains a one-party state that tries to stifle virtually all political, cultural, and economic activity that it does not control.

The promotion of universal human rights and the empowerment of all Cubans must be the bedrock of our policy toward Cuba.

I believe with all my heart that the President chose the right course.

We will continue such talks only if they chart a course for concrete progress on human rights and democratic principles in Cuba.