Barack Obama actually said...

"Senator Obama has said before that he profoundly disagrees with some of the statements and positions of Reverend Wright."

"She is the love of my life, the rock of our household."

"Senator Obama deplores divisive statements, whether they come from his supporters, the supporters of his opponent, talk radio, or anywhere else."

"I don't think that there is a directive in the Clinton campaign: 'Let's heighten the racial elements in the campaign.' I don't think that."