Barack Obama actually said...

"That is why I will ask my team to think anew and act anew to meet our new challenges."

"I'm confident that we will rise to meet this challenge."

"I am honored to have this hardworking and trusted advisor join my administration as we work to tackle serious challenges and bring the change that we need to Washington."

"These talented individuals build on the professional, dedicated and diverse team being assembled to lead the Obama-Biden Administration."