John Kerry actually said...

"I hope these hearings will give the American people the answers they deserve, but there are troubling questions that need to be answered."

"I think over the last 2 years, there is no doubt that Bashar al-Assad and his regime is willing to go to any lengths to stay in power."

"The President, as you know, retains the authority, always has the authority, had the authority to strike before coming to Congress."

"not just what we decide, but how we decide it will send a very important message around the world that this Congress can still function in a nonpartisan way in the interest of the people of the United..."