Barack Obama actually said...

"I am honored to nominate them to serve the American people as U.S. Marshals."

"It is time for former President Gbagbo to heed the will of his people and to complete a peaceful transition of power to President Ouattara."

"NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE: William Francis Kuntz, II, of New York, to be United States District Judge for the Eastern District of New York, vice Nina Gershon, retired."

"I am grateful for his service to the state of Kansas and look forward to adding his considerable wisdom and experience to the Tenth Circuit Court."