Gerry Connolly actually said...

"the long proud tradition of America is to be that beacon on the hill, that one safe haven where those who suffer persecution, violence, can find a new home."

"The United States must ensure that every--in each attempt to recognize the Assad regime or to normalize relations with it is met with clear public and private condemnation and real consequences."

"It is vital that the United States, including this Administration or any future Administration, not recognize the Assad regime as the legitimate government of Syria and that it never normalizes relati..."

"The issuance of General License 23, a blanket license that opens the door for sanctions evasion and funneling of money to the Assad regime, will do nothing to alleviate the suffering of the Syrian peo..."