Barack Obama actually said...

"Many of our Government's hard-working and dedicated and patriotic public servants have long been denied basic rights that their colleagues enjoy for one simple reason, the people that they love are of..."

"Even as we take decisive action to repair the damage to our economy, we're working hard to build a new foundation for sustained economic growth."

"I'm committed to these efforts, and I pledge to work tirelessly on behalf of these issues in the months and years to come."

"I'm proud to announce my support for the domestic partners benefits and obligations act; crucial legislation that will guarantee these rights for all Federal employees."