Barack Obama actually said...

The White House will not be the same without Phil, but more importantly, the country would not be the same without his steady leadership and tireless effort over the past three years.

Context

Statement on the Departure of Phil Schiliro

12/04/2011

https://www.presidency.ucsb.edu...

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