Barack Obama actually said...

It is in the interests of the United States that the executive branch undertake a prompt and thorough review of the factual and legal bases ...

I am absolutely confident that we are going to be able to accomplish our objectives, keep America safe, and bring better days not just to ou...

Let there be no doubt about America's commitment to lead.

I asked the military leadership to engage in additional planning necessary to execute a responsible military drawdown from Iraq.