Barack Obama actually said...

"Some of people's concerns have grown out of bogus claims spread by those whose only agenda is to kill reform at any cost."

"I will not waste time with those who have made the calculation that it's better politics to kill this plan than to improve it."

"I will not accept the status quo as a solution. Not this time, not now."

"The plan I'm announcing tonight would meet three basic goals. It will provide more security and stability to those who have health insurance. It will provide insurance for those who don't. And it will..."