John Kerry actually said...

"I voted to put in place a reasonable mechanism that would actually wind up with us solving our budget and deficit problems."

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

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

"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."