Barack Obama actually said...

"That means looking at every program and tax break in the budget--every single one--to find places to cut waste and save money."

"We have to cut the spending we can't afford so we can put the economy on a sounder footing and give our businesses the confidence they need to grow and create jobs."

"Government has to start living within its means, just like families do."

"I ran for President because I believed in an America where ordinary folks could get ahead."