Barack Obama actually said...

"I haven't met her before. She seems like a compelling person. Obviously, a terrific story. Personal story. And, you know, I'm sure that she will help make the case for the Republicans. Unfortunately t..."

"Never again will we let bureaucratic incompetence leave disaster victims stranded and alone."

"It is also a day to remember the disastrously inadequate response from the federal government."

"Today is a day to celebrate their resilience and pledge to help them finish the job."