Barack Obama actually said...

"Phasing out fossil fuel subsidies is important because it encourages energy conservation, improves our energy security, helps us meet budget goals and provides a critical down payment on our commitmen..."

"the Dodd-Frank Act closes these loopholes and creates accountable regulation for all firms that pose the most risk to the financial system"

"U.S. leadership has included increased enforcement capacity to pursue bribery of officials overseas."

"the Dodd-Frank Act will benefit those businesses that use derivatives to manage their commercial risks"