Barack Obama actually said...

"We also need to ensure that tax dollars aren't wasted on projects that don't deliver results. And that's why as part of his duty, Joe will keep an eye on how precious tax dollars are being spent."

"President Obama firing back at critics of his economic policy."

"Over the next few weeks, we will launch more than 200 construction projects across this country, fueling growth in an industry that's been hard hit by our economic crisis."

"President Obama firing back at critics who say his policies are tanking the market."