Robert Menendez actually said...

"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."

"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."

"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."