Chris Smith actually said...

"With respect to the question about Thailand, as mentioned it is our view, and we do regret it, but it is our view that Thailand should continue at Tier 3."

"Each one is a child that suffers from beatings and abuse, a woman raped, or a man who labors in the field as a slave, all for the commercial gain of others."

"I consider to be a very big mistake."

"It is horrifying that reports indicate there is no place in the world where children, women, and men are safe from human trafficking."