Barack Obama actually said...

"President Calderon has been very courageous in taking on these drug cartels. We've got to also take some steps. Even as he is doing more to deal with the drug cartels sending drugs into the United Sta..."

"The President has made clear that as we shift our military forces, it is essential that we maintain a strong political, diplomatic and civilian effort in Iraq."

"It is ultimately up to the people and Government of Iraq to take up the task of securing the gains made."

"The majority of Iraqis have embraced the electoral process as the best means for peaceful political change."