John McCain actually said...

"the violence in Mexico will pose the second greatest threat to United States security this year, right after al Qaeda."

"We will need to be cautious as we withdraw troops so as not to jeopardize these achievements."

"For too long we have viewed Pakistan as important because of our goals in Afghanistan. Yet Pakistan is not simply important because of Afghanistan; Pakistan is important because of Pakistan."

"Last week, Secretary Gates labeled the situation as a 'serious problem' and signaled a willingness to provide increased assistance."