Chris Smith actually said...

"Yes. And I think there is a lot of appreciation."

"I think it is important that we keep the lines of communication open."

"The United States stands with Mr. Dzamara and the people of Zimbabwe in defending the rights to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly."

"I think the more we can build on that hope and do whatever tangibly we can do to assist so there is a matriculation from the current crisis to a better day, the better."