Barack Obama actually said...

"Carole is always that honest, unvarnished voice, the friend who tells you again and again that you are beautiful, as beautiful as you feel."

"Tonight we honor five artists who helped tell the story of the first American century through music, theater, and film."

"Each of these artists was born with something special to offer their country and the world."

"The threat from terrorism is real, but we will overcome it."