Barack Obama actually said...

"Nobody is tougher and nobody is more determined to do the right thing than Barbara Boxer."

"We're going to need a comprehensive energy bill that makes sure that we are finally moving away from the old ways of doing business into the new ways of doing business."

"The PMAB shall provide the President and the President's Management Council advice and recommendations on effective strategies for the implementation of best business practices."

"And she wants to cooperate with folks on the other side of the aisle where she can, but she's willing to fight where she has to."