It is factually untrue,

I've said in public that it's simply untrue.

The differences between the two sides are real but small, and they can be resolved by diplomatic means.

And if you do graze, wear a condom,

I still believe in the possibility of the United States, with all its will and all its strength, and I don't just mean military, persevering against any challenge. I still believe in that.

We're still behind. But we picked up some steam and we closed the gap.