Tim Kaine actually said...

Diplomacy will also likely only have a chance if it begins without preconditions and moves in stages of confidence-building.

Kaine suggests that diplomatic efforts should start without preconditions to build trust.

01/29/2018

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The President has invited engagement with Congress on the future of the AUMF.

Protection of whistleblowers must be a top priority for the DOD IG.

If confirmed, I hope to play a constructive role in that process.

The 2001 AUMF encompasses those who are part of, or substantially support, al Qaeda, the Taliban, or associated forces.