Chris Smith actually said...

"I commend the subcommittee chairman, my colleagues Ms. Bass and Mr. Royce, on their absolutely spot-on words. I would just take it a step further and say we have a responsibility to be good stewards."

"Congress remains committed to encouraging governments to respect their own constituents, their constitutions, and their people, and the fundamental freedoms of assembly, association, and expression."

"Institutions in the United States remain strong and provide some checks and balances so that things don't just fall apart."

"Protecting the non-governmental sector in sub-Saharan Africa is critical to preserving civil and political rights within the region."