Robert Casey actually said...

"The United States, however, must balance our strategic interests in Uzbekistan with the need to hold the government accountable for serious human rights abuses."

"Uzbekistan is an important partner in the Northern Distribution Network, which is a major strategic priority for the U.S. war in Afghanistan."

"we have to have a game plan and stick to it..."

"The truth is, even before bin Laden's death, our relationship with Pakistan has been strained recently, even fragile."