Barack Obama actually said...

"The United States strongly supports the work of more than 67,000 African peacekeepers serving with the African Union (AU) and United Nations (UN) in Africa."

"We will work in close partnership with state and local officials to ensure that the needs of the people in Iowa are met."

"The U.S. Government will encourage U.S. companies to seize the trade and investment opportunities offered by Africa's national and regional markets."

"We want to empower individuals to work together."