That’s one way to put it. Here’s another way: betraying the interests of her own country.
**Update**And Israel’s interests. Olmert embarrasses and upbraids Pelosi for offering a peace message from Israel to a member of the Axis of Evil who wants to wipe Israel off the map–unless they forsake terrorism and anti semitism. Unbelievable story here.
No wonder all the Hezbos, Terrorists, and general all around bad guys wanted the Democrats to win: They get a photo op and a chance to prevail upon their weak minded leadership. Then there’s the added bonus of embarrassing the US and the one man who has fought back on behalf of our country, George Bush. Enjoy the moment, Bashar. Check out stories here and here.

U.S. President George W. Bush has said Pelosi’s trip signals that the Assad government is part of the international mainstream when it is not. The United States says Syria allows Iraqi Sunni insurgents to operate from its territory, backs the Hezbollah and Hamas and is trying to destabilize the Lebanese government. Syria denies the allegations.

“Photo opportunities and/or meetings with President Assad lead the Assad government to believe they’re part of the mainstream of the international community,” Bush told reporters in Washington. “In fact, they’re a state sponsor of terror.”

“A lot of people have gone to see President Assad … and yet we haven’t seen action. He hasn’t responded,” Bush told reporters soon after Pelosi arrived in Damascus on Tuesday.

Syria has praised Pelosi for defying the White House. The state-run Syria Times called her a “brave lady” and Foreign Minister Walid al-Moallem was quoted as saying Pelosi and other members of Congress were “welcome” in Syria.

Thanks to Andy for sending this in.

Wearing a flowered head scarf and a black abaya, Pelosi visited the 8th century Omayyad Mosque. She made the sign of the cross in front of an elaborate tomb which is said to contain the head of John the Baptist. About 10 percent of Syria’s 18 million people are Christian.

At the nearby outdoor Bazouriyeh market, Syrians crowded around, offering her dried figs and nuts and chatting with her. She bought some coconut sweets and looked at jewelry and carpets.

And finally, here’s Syria’s close ally, Iran’s President shaking hands with his “guests” read: hostages before he allows them to leave the country.