Chris Smith actually said...

"Many people, and I include myself among them, saw Ortega's candidacy as unconstitutional from the series of questionable maneuvers from institutions he controls."

"We have a long history with and commitment to the Nicaraguan people, and the values we hold dear suggest we remain engaged."

"Because we think that numbers were in some ways not even as positive of the difference in these organizations."

"So you say they are adequate and they are ready to go right now."