John Kerry actually said...

"This moment won't last forever, if even for long. And so, we need to seize it."

"we can't do much about the past, but we can certainly do something about today and the future."

"I hope they will also offer thoughtful approaches for the United States and the International Community to facilitate an end to the conflict and the beginning of a lasting peace."

"We are facing a true crisis, and we need leaders who understand the scope and urgency of the problem."