Barack Obama actually said...

"We have to consider whether this is the smartest way for us to both control crime and rehabilitate individuals."

"President Obama this afternoon expressed condolences for the fallen marines, four marines shot dead. He is calling the shooting heartbreaking and promised a prompt and thorough investigation."

"We need to reconsider whether 20-year, 30-year, life sentences for nonviolent crimes is the best way for us to solve these problems."

"I am certainly hopeful that down the road Iran takes a new path towards more acceptance within the international community."