Barack Obama actually said...

All of us come together, along with Jews around the world, to celebrate a band of Maccabees who inspire us even today.

The United States of America stands in solidarity with those seeking to realize a brighter and freer future for themselves and their familie...

I salute President Rivlin for his efforts to combat extremism of any kind and to promote tolerance and understanding between communities.

I underscored the abiding U.S. commitment to the U.S.-Israeli relationship and to further strengthening Israel's security.