Barack Obama actually said...

"I am confident that his unique experiences and proven ability will make him a strong advocate for our values and for justice around the globe."

"That we can't allow vicious killers to have their way."

"Johnnie Carson, of Illinois, to be an Assistant Secretary of State (African Affairs), vice Jendayi Elizabeth Frazer, resigned."

"Lael Brainard, of the District of Columbia, to be an Under Secretary of the Treasury, vice David H. McCormick, resigned."