Linda Thomas-Greenfield actually said...

"Part of the problem is the lack of opportunity and education for children."

"I think we're moving forward toward a cessation of hostilities so maybe that's a bit of progress right now."

"We have made clear to the rebels that we will not recognize a violent overthrow of a democratically-elected government and at the same time we have urged the government to open political space to allo..."

"But just as each act of violence may ignite retribution, each step toward peace offers the chance to rebuild."