A large number of people can't help but notice the fact that even though he's not yet been sworn in as president, Mr. Hussein Obama is beginning to backtrack on several of the wonderful sounding claims and promises he repeatedly uttered during his long campaign.

Following his lengthy discussion with outgoing President George W. Bush, the true reality of leading the United States and all of its departments is beginning to sink in. These promises are becoming what he often accused the Republicans of doing. They're "just words."

How will he reduce the numbers and strength of our military without making us a "sitting duck" for terrorist organizations? How will he remove our troops from the Middle East without allowing the Taliban to become the main governing force, wherein they'll impose their version of ancient Arabic law?

Not wanting to make this a very lengthy letter, I'll not continue to list the many false promises Hussein Obama has made to the American people. I'll just ask that Americans pray long and with faith, asking our God to be merciful and not allow us to suffer the fate of Sodom and Gemorrah.

Ron Manning, Springfield