Barack Obama actually said...

"I am confident he will serve on the court with distinction."

"Angela Tammy Dickinson has demonstrated an unwavering commitment to justice throughout her career, and I am honored to nominate her to serve the people of Missouri as U.S. Attorney for the Western Dis..."

"I am proud to nominate this outstanding candidate to serve on the United States Court of International Trade."

"I am happily surprised at how I think this experience has strengthened rather than diminished our marriage."