Chris Smith actually said...

"It has now been a year since we last convened a hearing to discuss this outrageous and senseless violation."

"Liu Xiaobo remains isolated in prison."

"I thought was an insult, frankly, to the Chinese people, including some of the leaders and people who have suffered at our witness table themselves."

"We have not forgotten Liu Xiaobo and his wife. We commit to seeking their release from confinement and detention."