John Kerry actually said...

"Based on two strategic prerogatives--one, avoiding chaos while, two, ensuring that the fundamental aspirations of the Syrian people are met--it is clear that the best outcome would, in fact, be a mana..."

"I am also extremely pessimistic that Bashar al-Assad will make any meaningful concessions under any circumstances."

"I think it is important to scale up support for the political development of the Syrian opposition to help them improve their internal cohesion and their ability to represent the Syrian people."

"Without a rapid start to a political process that will lead to meaningful change, including Assad's departure from power, there is no way forward for diplomacy to reduce human suffering and promote la..."