Barack Obama actually said...

"It is a distinct honor to chair the committee that will organize the celebration of next year's historic inauguration of Barack Obama and Joe Biden."

"That is why I will ask my team to think anew and act anew to meet our new challenges."

"I'm confident that we will rise to meet this challenge."

"I am honored to have this hardworking and trusted advisor join my administration as we work to tackle serious challenges and bring the change that we need to Washington."