Barack Obama actually said...

"As Chairman of the Armed Services Committee, Senator Levin is a true champion for all those who serve."

"Ms. Halligan has always practiced law with the highest ethical ideals, and her qualifications are beyond question."

"A majority of the Senate agrees that Ms. Halligan is exactly the kind of person who should serve on this court."

"I am deeply disappointed that despite support from a majority of the United States Senate, a minority of Senators continues to block the nomination of Caitlin Halligan to serve on the U.S. Court of Ap..."