Robert Menendez actually said...

"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."

"While credible elections are clearly crucial to achieving stability in Afghanistan, there are serious questions as to whether the 2014 elections will take place under conditions conducive to ensuring ..."

"A more effective government that is able to administer prompt justice even-handedly and increasingly deliver basic services to Afghans would provide a stark and compelling contrast to the Taliban."