John Kerry actually said...

"the purpose of the strike is limited and targeted."

"The limited nature of these strikes seeks to mitigate the potential for a miscalculation and escalation, as well as minimize collateral damage."

"We are not talking about America going to war. President Obama is not asking for a declaration of war."

"The President has made the determination that it is in our national interest to respond to Assad's use of chemical weapons with limited military force."