Chris Smith actually said...

"U.S. policy must send the unmistakable message to the Government of Vietnam that human rights improvements are important to better relations critically linked to our mutual economic and security inter..."

"Pastor Loan, thank you for your very courageous and compelling testimony. It really is extremely helpful that the American public, this subcommittee, the Congress, hear what you just said as well as o..."

"The Communist Party is not Vietnam's future. That future lies with the Nguyen Van Dais and many other advocates of political reform and human rights who seek our freedoms more than our trade."

"The President seems more interested in photo opportunities with dictators than standing up for persecuted individuals who share our desire for freedom, democracy, and human rights."