Barack Obama actually said...

"The statements that were the source of controversy from Reverend Wright were wrong, and I strongly condemn them. I think the caricature that's being painted of him is not accurate."

"And part of what my campaign has been about is how can we push the country into that direction, so that white America and black America are able to recognize this history, acknowledge it, but not enga..."

"I strongly condemn the statements that have been shown on the tape."

"I have to strongly condemn the statements that were made. They do not reflect my views or Michelle's views."