As it turned out, they [the SLM rebels] had made a clear decision not to go [to Abuja], |
He (Kiir) has a reputation for being collegial in the way he does business ... we all know that wasn't always Dr John's trait, |
He was special. We came to love each other in this manly way that comes when you have mutual respect and common vision. |
I actually think that at the 'doing business level' we relate [well with] all the parties. We speak frankly to the [Khartoum] government. We speak frankly to the SPLM. We speak frankly to the Darfurian rebels [SLM]. And they understand the U.S. is in a unique role here. |
The (rebel) divisions have not been healed yet. It is a major issue for us. |
The deal is done ... If this had happened a few months ago with an undone deal, it would have been a potentially much riskier circumstance. |
This is a major issue for us and our people in Abuja, |
To fail in Dr. John's vision is to fail Dr. John. |