Barack Obama actually said...

"Well, I think that it is in both the interest of the Afghans and the United States that we are in a position to continue to help their military consolidate security in their country."

"Each member of Congress has their conscience, they're supposed to represent their constituents back home."

"If funding does not go through, our chances of the American Dream [are] down the drain."

"Pass a budget. End this Government shutdown. Pay our bills. Prevent an economic shutdown."