Barack Obama actually said...

"When Congress refuses to act, and as a result hurts our economy and puts our people at risk, then I have an obligation as president to do what I can without them. And I'm not going to stand by while a..."

"The American people deserve to have qualified public servants fighting for them every day - whether it is to enforce new consumer protections or uphold the rights of working Americans."

"We need to do everything we can to make sure they've got the opportunity to earn the skills and a work ethic that come with a job."

"they're not taken advantage of and they're able to live in security and dignity in their golden years."