Barack Obama actually said...

"Communities like this have had to endure tragedies like this too many times."

"The good news is, I am confident that the outpouring of unity and strength and fellowship and love across Charleston today from all races, from all faiths, from all places of worship indicates the deg..."

"I believe the United States must be a leader in this effort."

"We must also protect the world's poor, who have done the least to contribute to this looming crisis and stand to lose the most if we fail to avert it."