John Kerry actually said...

It would change the world's perception of America's willingness to live up to its traditional role in the world.

Kerry warns that failing to act would alter global perceptions of U.S. leadership.

09/03/2013

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You folks passed sanctions. We passed sanctions.

it is time for the defensive strategy we and our international partners have pursued thus far to transition to an offensive strategy.

There will be a review of some kind, and that is what we ought to sit down and work out.

The President wants an AUMF.