John Kerry actually said...

"the Persian Gulf is vital for interests and that we will defend the free flow of energy."

"I do not believe we will experience anything approaching a normal relationship with the Iranian Government as some in our own country have suggested."

"The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) negotiated by Secretaries Kerry and Moniz is a solid and sensible agreement."

"the smarter and more effective strategy at this point is to coerce them through negotiations."