Barack Obama actually said...

"The prospect of punishment can deter bad actors."

"Short term, we have got to focus on boosting the economy and creating jobs. Part and parcel of that is a plan for a sustainable fiscal situation long term."

"I agree with that--wind, solar. And I agree that it is an important step to do that in order to get to a sustainable energy future."

"Including $5 billion in additional borrowing authority for BPA in any stimulus proposal is really key to integrating those renewable resources like wind onto that grid."