Barack Obama actually said...

"We will continue to work closely with Congress to create, for the first time, a Federal agency whose sole mission is to protect the financial interests of everyday Americans with clear rules of the ro..."

"I am grateful that these two talented and dedicated individuals have chosen to serve my administration and the American people, and I look forward to working with them in the months and years ahead."

"We're making real progress for our vets."

"We also want to make sure that we don't put resources ahead of strategy."