Barack Obama actually said...

"My administration is well-served by individuals like these, who have shown themselves to be professional, knowledgeable, and dedicated throughout their careers."

"We should never again be faced with such a potential calamity because of the reckless speculation and deceptive practices of a short-sighted and self-interested few."

"This is the nation that has led the world for two centuries in the pursuit of discovery."

"Chris Dodd was one of my favorites."