Barack Obama actually said...

"We're not going to agree on every single issue. But what we have to do is be able to create an atmosphere where we can disagree without being disagreeable. And then focus on those things that we hold ..."

"We've got shovel-ready projects all across the country. And governors and mayors are pleading to fund it. The minute we can get those investments to the state level, jobs are going to be created."

"If the financial crisis has taught us anything, it's that failure of oversight and accountability doesn't just harm the individuals involved, it has the potential to devastate our entire economy."

"I have great faith and confidence in the ability of these outstanding public servants to make this possible."