Barack Obama actually said...

"I am impressed by the knowledge and dedication these men and women have demonstrated throughout their careers."

"Make no mistake: BP is operating at our direction."

"The Federal Government is also directing the effort to contain and clean up the damage from the spill, which is now the largest effort of its kind in U.S. history."

"The passing of Lt. Finn is a reminder of the sacrifices that generations have made to preserve the freedoms we hold dear."