Barack Obama actually said...

"That's what's holding us back, the fact that some in Congress would rather see their opponents lose than see America win."

"The Syrian regime's brutal campaign of violence against the Syrian people must end immediately."

"But lately, the response from Washington has been partisanship and gridlock that's only undermined public confidence and hindered our efforts to grow the economy."

"The Syrian people's legitimate demands for a transition to democracy should be met."