Barack Obama actually said...

"I have reaffirmed since I came into office, that the United States considers PKK a terrorist organization."

"I am strongly committed to creating the best possible relationship between Turkey and the United States."

"One of the things we understand is, is that terrorism cannot just be dealt with militarily, there is also social and political components to it that have to be recognized."

"I am grateful that such talented individuals have joined my administration at this important moment in our nation's history."