Barack Obama actually said...

"My hope is that Congress will follow through on the hard work they have done over the last 12 months and send a bill to the President soon."

"Federal funding is particularly critical at this time since State and local budgets are being severely cut during this economic downturn."

"This administration strongly believes that the only sure way to increase health security and stability, bring down healthcare costs, and give Americans better insurance choices is to pass comprehensiv..."

"President Obama has recognized the importance of continuing support for the NIH in his proposed budget for fiscal year 2011."