John Kerry actually said...

"Mr. President, you must consult."

"The 1973 War Powers Resolution is an imperfect solution. However, it does retain Congress's critical role in this decisionmaking process."

"The simple solution to this problem would be for the President to honor the Constitution and seek the prior approval of Congress."

"This is not a legislative committee. You're not authorizing money. You are consulting with the President--that's your sole purpose--on the question of going to war."