Leadership Through Action Not Status

Leadership through action, not status, is my advice to Nancy.

Although comical, the above picture is a perfect representation of Pelosi's arrogant trip to the Middle East. ET ie: Pelosi leading her marry band of impressionable followers into the Lion's Den. My question is why did she go? Did she really think she could dictate foreign policy or create a shadow Presidency? She did succeed in one thing however; she humiliated herself and our government with her thoughtless power-trip.

First of all, her non-sanctioned trip is in violation of the Logan Act. The Logan Act, a US federal law last amended in 1994, forbids unauthorized citizens from negotiating with foreign governments. President Bush told her simply not to go and she went anyway. This is a violation, although I doubt it will be acted upon.

Second, Pelosi is the Speaker of the House not the Secretary of State. The duties of the Speaker are to head the House and the majority political party, as well as perform administrative and procedural functions. She is in no way to form or conduct foreign diplomacy, especially with enemy regimes. The Secretary of State is appointed by the President and is the chief foreign affairs advisor. Notice the key word here: advisor. Only the President can determine US foreign policy. So if the Secretary of State cannot make US foreign policy then what makes Pelosi think she can?

Lets say for the sake of argument that her trip did not bring so much controversy based on her just going; she still failed us miserably. Her most devastating actions came when she claimed to speak for the Israeli government and offered peace to Syria. The Israeli government immediately dis-counted this statement and said that Pelosi does not speak for them and no such offer was made. Israel will not offer anything, let alone peace, until Syria dis-continues is support of terrorism.

So again I must ask the question: why did she go? From day one with her, "I am the most powerful women in the world" comment to now she has brought nothing but disgrace to herself and more importantly her office. Third in line for the Presidency, you must lead by example. Just because you have a prestigious title does not mean you can lead a nation. Nancy, you have forfeited any respect anyone, except your cronies, had for you. God forbid we find ourselves in a detracted military operation after November 2008 with your party in office. I might decide it is worth becoming a martyr just so I don't have to be subjected to your foolishness anymore.