Jeff Merkley actually said...

"I think one of the most disturbing trend lines of the last couple of years is the creation of an ISIS affiliate in Afghanistan."

"The bedrock principle is still direct negotiations between the parties."

"I must say I must have missed a few of the President's statements that have given you that have faith. I wish it were so. I am not persuaded, but perhaps we will see more unfold in that regard."

"Certainly, we have been very concerned about the--both the commercial hacking, the governmental hacking that has occurred by foreign nations and foreign forces, including Russia and North Korea."