Barack Obama actually said...

"It's time we once again put science at the top of our agenda and worked to restore America's place as the world leader in science and technology."

"I am confident that if we recommit ourselves to discovery; if we support science education to create the next generation of scientists and engineers right here in America; if we have the vision to bel..."

"The announcements made today are below:"

"I look forward to his wise counsel in the years ahead."