John Kerry actually said...

"Historically, we have always said that politics should end at the water's edge when it comes to American foreign policy."

"Governments can lead the way in ensuring that suppliers and contractors are held to the highest standards and adopt the highest standards."

"If I am right, and our new policy succeeds in empowering the Cuban people to shape their political destiny, then the Cuban Government may respond by cracking down harder in the short run."

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