John Kerry actually said...

"We know Judge Roberts is no Sandra Day O'Connor, and the White House has sent a clear signal. There are serious questions that must be answered involving Judge Roberts' judicial philosophy."

"The White's House credibility is at issue here. And I believe, very clearly, Karl Rove ought to be fired."

"The president must also announce immediately, the United States will not have a permanent military presence in Iraq. Erasing suspicions that the occupation is indefinite is critical to eroding support..."

"The dynamics of the election could actually, without the proper actions, provide a greater capacity for civil war."