Barack Obama actually said...

"A report out today by our scientists showed that the vast majority of the spilled oil has been dispersed or removed from the water."

"It is my profound belief that companies are stronger when their workers are getting paid well and have decent benefits and are treated with dignity and respect."

"We need to make tough choices about how to spend our funds."

"The United States remains committed to supporting those in Russia and around the world who are working to protect and advance the human rights and democratic values of their fellow citizens."