John Kerry actually said...

this administration is in no rush for offensive military action in Iraq, air strikes, et cetera. They are placing emphasis on a political agreement.

Emphasizing the administration's focus on political solutions rather than immediate military action in Iraq.

06/26/2014

More John Kerry Quotes

I think this Congress needs to be more actively engaged in being accountable for authorizing this conduct.

Not at this moment, no.

I do not think anybody wants to get into a long-term ground operation here.

I am not in favor of that limitation without the ability to have the renewal.