Barack Obama actually said...

"We take inspiration from what Israel and Egypt achieved three decades ago, knowing that the destination is worthy of the struggle."

"I want to thank the national finance committee, the mid-Atlantic finance committee, everybody in this room who has been there every step of the way for the last couple of years."

"At a time when our nation faces many challenges, it gives me confidence that these fine individuals have agreed to give their talents to serving the American people."

"We reaffirm a bond between our two nations born through struggle but also through shared ideals."