Barack Obama actually said...

"Today is bittersweet for Michelle and I because this marks the final official visit and state dinner of my Presidency."

"Without an emphasis on demand and growth, and investment in infrastructure and projects... much of the economic fragility in Europe will continue."

"It's critically important because... a strong and united and confident and prosperous Europe... that's a necessity for the United States, and it's a necessity for the world."

"As nations, as individuals, we have the power to achieve great change."