Barack Obama actually said...

"I call upon public officials, educators, and all the people of the United States to observe this week with appropriate programs, ceremonies, and activities that acknowledge the tremendous contribution..."

"These institutions will play a key role in reaching our ambitious national education goals, including having the highest proportion of college graduates in the world by 2020."

"As you know so well, the passage of time never really heals the tragic memory of such a great loss, but we carry on, because we have to, because our loved ones would want us to, and because there is s..."

"Government must keep its responsibility to the people so that Americans have the opportunity to take responsibility for their own future."