Robert Menendez actually said...

"We must convince the Afghan people that having credible and fair elections on April 5, 2014, is our No. 1 priority in Afghanistan."

"President Karzai's role in this transition is central. Many critical things have been said about him. I worked with him closely when I was in government."

"The United States has an opportunity with the new Pakistani Government to find ways in which Pakistan's legitimate security concerns can be addressed."

"Thank you, Senator Menendez and all the committee members for your continued engagement and interest, and for giving me the opportunity to provide frank testimony at this important time."