Barack Obama actually said...

"I am pleased that these Governors of exceptional experience have agreed to join the Council of Governors."

"That wasn't why we were elected."

"Mandatory spending increases and tax cuts must be paid for; they're not free, and borrowing to finance them is not a sustainable long-term policy."

"The joint work must extend beyond just law enforcement to include prevention, treatment, financial controls, international best practices, and information and personnel exchanges."