Barack Obama actually said...

"Turning the tide on the threat of nuclear weapons and strengthening the international non-proliferation regime is one of the great and urgent challenges of our time."

"The bond and the friendship that is felt between the United States and Ireland is something that I think everybody understands."

"I have every confidence that he and Secretary Clinton will ensure America’s continued close and unique partnership with Ireland in the years ahead."

"The United States of America will always stand with those who work towards peace."