Jack Reed actually said...

"Each of you emphasized the need to use all instruments of national power, not just military power, but also diplomacy and economic power."

"General Scowcroft and Dr. Brzezinski talked about the importance of the region but also warned against the United States, in their words, 'owning it.'"

"I hope you can formally endorse our proposal."

"I would argue, you have more authority, more influence, and more impact on every phase of the economic policy of the United States than any one of these other individuals?"