Barack Obama actually said...

"Today, less than a year after they inspired the world, the Tunisian people took an important step forward."

"I congratulate the people of Libya on today's historic declaration of liberation."

"We look forward to working with the TNC and an empowered transitional government."

"On behalf of the American people, I extend my deepest condolences to King Abdallah, the royal family, and the people of Saudi Arabia."