Lack of Leadership from the POTUS

As a veteran and citizen, I have to believe that most Americans are amazed at the president's lack of resolve and leadership.   One year ago, the president made his warning to Syria, then failed to act or even prepare to act until recently when he informed the country he would take action, and then backed away from any action and passed the ball to congress (which has been unable to accomplish any business lately) in the hope they will "authorize action".   This sends a message of weakness to friends and enemies that shows the decline of American power in the world.   What we have seen in this administration is a failure to lead; cover ups that demonstrate that failure (Benghazi), a focus on politics not national interests, and continued loss of confidence in our government by the people of our great country.   It would appear that we the people must work to hold the line until we can make a change in 2014 and 2016.  If we fail, we are part of the decline of America.