Jack Reed actually said...

"I think it is important for us to negotiate in a powerful way, but recognizing that the alternative of who they are going to be doing business with is of great concern to me."

"This appearance I hope fulfills that recommendation and becomes a recurring part of the committee's posture hearings."

"I do not think we will sit back and wait 'til they threaten to use a nuclear device."

"I believe that Japan will be supportive of the outcome. They share our concerns about the trustworthiness of North Korea."