Chris Smith actually said...

"Your days are numbered. You have been measured and failed, and everything you have stolen from the people of Nicaragua will turn to ash."

"By arresting the leading Presidential candidates and dozens of other critics, Ortega has shown the world that he cannot win reelection if the opposition is allowed to participate."

"I hope this serves as a starting point for a continued conversation this Congress on how we can more effectively support the people of Nicaragua at this difficult time."

"Under President Ortega, Nicaragua has become a pariah dictatorship in league with other human rights abusers."