Political Quotes

“I would like to first associate myself with the comments that the majority leader made at the beginning of his comments, where he described a significant overlap, a place here where both parties can come together to support this resolution. We all agree on the importance of human rights. I am hopeful a dialogue on the policy differences that he mentioned occurs soon. The shift toward authoritarianism in Latin America continues, and I believe most of this body recognizes Cuba's hand in all of that. Patria y vida. Cuba libre. (English translation of Spanish is as follows: Country and life. Free Cuba.) Once again, I want to thank my friends, Ms. Wasserman Schultz, Mr. Diaz-Balart, and Mr. Sires, for leading this measure, and I yield back the balance of my time.”