I think you are mis-remembering, or the "everyone" who said that just couldn't be bothered to read the company letters and announcements that preceded the hiring. They were very explicit about he numbers they planned to hire and/or recall. In fact, I am pretty sure they went over the forecast by 6-9.

Its ok to be a pessimist, but you are getting borderline paranoid and pschizophrenic. Relax a bit, not everyone is out to get you.