Barack Obama actually said...

Hanukkah is a chance for us to remember not only ancient miracles, but modern-day miracles as well.

We betray our most noble past as well if we were to deny the possibility of movement, the possibility of progress.

I underscored the abiding U.S. commitment to the U.S.-Israeli relationship and to further strengthening Israel's security.

Because we are at our best when we believe that our light has the power to shine through darkness.