21 March 2011


President Barack Obama
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue
Washington, DC 20500

Subject: Pfc Bradley Manning

Dear Mr. President:

As an American I have always been proud of our judicial system and its workings. It is this extreme pride that leaves me mystified at the United States’ behavior regarding Bradley Manning’s treatment since being charged with...with...what?

Manning is a kid perpetrating kid’s pranks. When all is said and done he hurt no one except for the pride of the U.S. Army. Which, by the way, leaves one wondering why he is being held in a Marine brig.

Please give this matter your personal attention so that you have all the facts on which to base a reasonable decision. Were Bradley to be your son or my grandson we would consider it a tragedy. Before irreparable damage is done to this young American and his family, please see that appropriate action is taken.

                        Sincerely,