Barack Obama actually said...

"I value the constructive criticism and the healthy debate that has taken place around this package because that's the essence, the foundation of American democracy."

"As we meet here tonight we know that there is more work to be done. The Senate is still active. And after it has its final vote, we still need to resolve the differences between the House and Senate b..."

"The journey has been long and in the journey ahead we will have a lot of bumps. But America must stand shoulder to shoulder with our ally Israel."

"Now is the time for Congress to take action to fundamentally reform and fully fund our national food safety system."