John Kerry actually said...

"We are trying to come in with some development capacity, governance, leadership capacity, and creating the kind of force that could help to provide stability."

"The Department of State shares your view that Africa represents a great opportunity for U.S. companies to generate economic growth both in Africa and domestically."

"I want to help where I can. We will have some differences, but on behalf of the American people, thank you for being involved."

"We have made it crystal clear that Iran is not open for business."