Barack Obama actually said...

"That involved considerable sacrifice on the part of the French people, but it's part of a broader commitment on both our parts to pursue a smart counterterrorism policy."

"The outcome of this process marks that the Taliban and other insurgent groups meet three end conditions."

"We commend President Karzai and the Afghan government for their determination to end the conflict."

"Private enterprise drives growth, reduces poverty, and creates jobs and prosperity for people around the world."