Tim Kaine actually said...

"This is an important part of the face that we turn to the world, and it bears on foreign relations matters."

"Our lack of moving toward economic development creates a push factor."

"I appreciate the willingness and the constant flow of information with the Department. It has been excellent."

"The more work that can be done diplomatically to have the opposition be more inclusive of the Alawite minority... the quicker we will hasten Assad's exit."