Barack Obama actually said...

"As one of the President's closest advisors for the past four years, Liz's leadership and advice have been instrumental as we have successfully strengthened our alliances and partnerships across Europe..."

"These nominees have dedicated their careers to serving the public good."

"Let's give thanks for the men and women who proved that through hard work and perseverance, anybody can earn themselves a piece of the American Dream."

"missile by missile, warhead by warhead, shell by shell, we're putting a bygone era behind us."