Barack Obama actually said...

"We must pursue a new strategy that skillfully uses, balances and integrates all elements of American power; our military and diplomacy; our intelligence and law enforcements; our economy and the power..."

"I'm a strong believer in strong personalities and strong opinions. I think that's how the best decisions are made. One of the dangers in the White House, based on my reading of history, is that you ge..."

"As we learned so painfully on 9/11, terror cannot be contained by borders nor safely provided by oceans alone. Last week we were reminded of this threat once again when terrorists took the lives of si..."

"But understand, I will be setting policy as President. I will be responsible for the vision that this team carries out, and I expect them to implement."