Barack Obama actually said...

"We welcome the leadership of the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan."

"We simply cannot let lobbyist-inspired loopholes and special carve-outs weaken real reform that will empower American families."

"We take no pleasure in hearing a report that a civilian has been killed."

"Afghanistan's desire to engage in a strong, steady, long-term relationship with America is one that we have expressed clearly and publicly and repeatedly."