Barack Obama actually said...

"So we're encouraging Americans to ask what you can do to support our troops and their families in this holiday season."

"President Obama said that the two leaders had a very productive year working together on new START."

"It is time to treat our veterans with the dignity and respect they deserve."

"A lot of folks in this town predicted that after the midterm elections, Washington would be headed for more partisanship and more gridlock."