John Kerry actually said...

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

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

"The U.S. Government will continue programs that promote the realization of human rights and fundamental freedoms such as freedoms of peaceful expression, association, and assembly in Cuba."

"Sanctions did not stop the advance of Iran's nuclear program. Negotiations did, and it is in our interest not to deny ourselves the chance to achieve a long-term, comprehensive solution that would pre..."