Barack Obama actually said...

"The United States should then lead an effort to impose much tougher sanctions on Iran."

"I believe the administration should be given maximum flexibility and freedom of action in conducting the difficult diplomacy ahead with Iran."

"Choosing military power at this stage would surely be precipitous and unwise."

"I want the Pakistani people to understand that America is not simply against terrorism, we are on the side of their hopes and their aspirations."