Barack Obama actually said...

My single most important responsibility as President is to keep the American people safe.

Make no mistake: If we fail to turn the page on the approach that was taken over the past several years, then I will not be able to say that...

I applaud the committee for its action and look forward to signing comprehensive legislation.

We will safeguard what we must to protect the American people, but we will also ensure the accountability and oversight that is the hallmark...