Here is the reality: That won't happen until we have a president who restores America's respect and leadership so we don't have to go it alone in the world.
And we need to rebuild our alliances so we can get the terrorists before they get us.
I defended this country as a young man, and I will defend it as president.
Let there be no mistake: I will never hesitate to use force when it is required. Any attack will be met with a swift and a certain response.
I will never give any nation or any institution a veto over our national security.
And I will build a stronger military.
From the text of Sen. John F. Kerry's remarks to the Democratic National Convention.