Barack Obama actually said...

"Well, governing is even harder than campaigning."

"Although the process was messy, I'm pleased to say that the final outcome was determined in accordance with Afghan law. That the results were in accordance with and followed the rules as laid down by ..."

"It is absolutely critical that we continue to coordinate closely when it comes to our economic policies."

"We will not rest until we are succeeding in generating the jobs that this economy needs."