John Kerry actually said...

It's clear to me that we need to be very careful and thoughtful, so that we get the policy right.

I underscored the importance of seizing this moment to firmly reject an anti-American narrative that exploits our differences.

I am optimistic that we can find a way forward that significantly changes the American footprint and secures our interests.

We owe it to them to develop a roadmap that allows us to responsibly transition to Afghan control.