Robert Menendez actually said...

"I cannot stress enough the importance of a successful and democratic political transition next year."

"As long as the Afghan people and their government want the United States as a partner, we do not intend to leave Afghanistan."

"The ball is in his court, but he and the Afghan people should understand that if we fail to reach an agreement, it will not be for lack of trying on America's end."

"I saw the benefits of that. There is no question that bringing civilization to that part of the world and the chance for economic growth certainly changes the dynamic."