Johnny Isakson actually said...

"Thank you for the service you have given to the country in the past."

"John always believed in diplomacy. He believed everything he did with power was only made possible in the end by diplomacy that could make a peace lasting."

"I agree with that. And I think most of the difference we have is because of religion."

"I think your role can be essential because the State Department and the soft power of our country is still the biggest strength we have got if we have a strong military backing."