Tim Kaine actually said...

"I think it is the second poorest country in the hemisphere. But more importantly and just as important is the--I mean, this is a country where the president arrested every one of his political opponen..."

"I will lead our mission to strengthen democratic institutions, deepen economic and cultural ties, and expand partnerships based on mutual respect between the United States and Cote d'Ivoire."

"A country is strongest when its citizens experience safety and security."

"We are certainly committed to... encouraging of their ability to collectively... put them in the driver's seat."