“It’s a little hard for me to take criticism from folks about this recovery package

“It’s a little hard for me to take criticism from folks about this recovery package after they’ve presided over a doubling of the national debt. I’m not sure they have a lot of credibility when it comes to fiscal responsibility.”

President Barack Obama

On GOP lawmakers who oppose his economic stimulus plan, calling it too costly and wasteful.

“If you really want to fight terrorism, come and cooperate with the Iranian nation, which is the biggest victim of terrorism so that terrorism is eliminated.”

President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad

Of Iran, saying his country would welcome talks with the United States if they are based on mutual respect.