Barack Obama actually said...

"President Obama is vowing the loss of a Republican in his cabinet will not stop his efforts to bridge the partisan divide."

"It's going to get much harder now when the automobile companies come in and look for a handout."

"It's been a very busy day. A big speech in Springfield, Illinois, was planned to commemorate the birthday of Lincoln."

"When they finally pass our plan, I believe it will be a major step forward on our path to economic recovery."