John Kerry actually said...

"With our support, after several weeks of complex negotiations, President Masum nominated Haider al-Abadi to serve as Prime Minister."

"With this new, inclusive Iraqi Government in place, it's time for the defensive strategy we and our international partners have pursued thus far to transition to an offensive strategy."

"Nobody wants boots, American boots on the ground. I mean, that just is not going to happen."

"This mission isn't just about taking out an enemy on the battlefield. It's about taking out an entire network--decimating and discrediting a militant cult masquerading as a religious movement."