Barack Obama actually said...

"I certainly believe that the work that you're doing each and every day is making an extraordinary contribution to our country."

"I welcome the announcement by King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa about making important changes to the Cabinet and restating his commitment to reform."

"Our job is to make sure that we are doing everything possible to ensure that each child gets a good education."

"The dialogue offers an opportunity for meaningful reform and for all Bahrainis to forge a more just future together."