Christopher Dodd actually said...

"If Iran were to acquire a nuclear weapons capability, it would pose a serious threat to peace and security in the Middle East, especially to our close ally Israel."

"Our patience is not limitless."

"Our efforts to convince Iran to change course will be more effective if we act in concert with others."

"This is not something that we enjoy doing, and obviously working with you--and I appreciate your response, Mr. Secretary--is exactly the mood that we intend to engage with you on."