Barack Obama actually said...

I am the commander in chief of the military, of the nation, in the midst of two wars.

I make this decision because I am convinced that our security is at stake in Afghanistan and Pakistan. This is the epicenter of violent extr...

Instead of giving in to fear and cynicism, let's renew that timeless American spirit of resolve and confidence and optimism.

Make no mistake, that's exactly what we've been doing.