Barack Obama actually said...

"This plan must begin today. A plan I'm confident will save or create at least 3 million jobs over the next few years."

"It is true that we cannot depend on government alone to create jobs or long-term growth. But at this particular moment, only government can provide the short-term boost necessary to lift us from a rec..."

"This plan must begin today, a plan I'm confident will save or create at least three million jobs over the next few years."

"President-elect Obama calling for action on the economy and warning the consequences if lawmakers drag their feet."