John Kerry actually said...

"it's important that settlement activity does not put at risk the concept and viability of the Palestinian state."

"we also have to deal with the on-the-ground problems from the bottom up."

"this is a strategic priority for the United States, to advance toward a negotiated two-state solution."

"If we are to avoid perpetual conflict and radicalization, more missed opportunities, and countless lives lost, then we have to pursue peace now, and with urgency."