Barack Obama actually said...

I am pleased that these talented individuals have joined my administration as we work to tackle the many challenges facing our nation.

Press Release - President Obama Announces More Key Administration Posts

12/09/2009

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The notion that I could just suspend deportations through Executive orders, that is just not the case.

Nor do we intend to send U.S. troops to occupy foreign lands.

We lead best when we combine military power with strong diplomacy; when we leverage our power with coalition building.

American combat troops are not going to be fighting again in Iraq.