Edward Royce actually said...

"It would be impossible to negotiate any kind of an arrangement for Afghanistan with the Haqqanis that wouldn't end up being an embarrassment and a threat frankly to the United States long term."

"So my question to the witnesses here is what happened to the political will to shut down these particular schools?"

"I think our personnel were wise enough to see that that was happening."

"That was clever, and it was quick."