Barack Obama actually said...

"As President, I have always believed that gay and lesbian Americans should be treated fairly and equally under the law."

"These men and women should have the chance to power our economic engine, both because their talents demand it and because no one who fights for our country should ever have to fight for a job."

"This is something that is not only the right thing to do, but it's also critical to our economy."

"Our journey as a nation is not complete until our gay brothers and sisters are treated like anyone else under the law."