What if?

Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi has found herself in the midst of some controversy in recent weeks for what appears to be a pretty clear case of dishonesty. She took to the podium with cameras on last week and accused the CIA of misleading her about their intention to waterboard suspected terrorists in 2002. She suggests that she did not know and was never informed of the interrogation tactics that were used and approved by the Bush administration. 

It's curious to me that she makes these statements in light of comments made by Porter Goss (CIA chief after George Tenet) and Leon Panetta (strong Democrat and current head of the CIA) that indicate that not only did Pelosi know about interrogation techniques, she did not raise objections when they were presented. 

Nancy Pelosi has gone so far as to suggest those who conducted these interrogations, which they were ordered to do, be prosecuted for their actions. Such a move would jeopardize so many who risk their lives to collect the intelligence our nation needs to fight terrorism. This move is a breach of our national security interest. 

Blatant dishonesty, coupled with such suggestions as prosecution are not appropriate for someone who plays such a significant role in governance of the United States. Nancy Pelosi has made significant errors in the past week. Could it be that she agreed with President Bush in 2002? 

I cannot help but wonder, would the media be in more of an uproar if Sarah Palin were dishonest? I cannot count myself among the fans of Governor Palin, yet, I cannot help but think of the media coverage of her daughter's relationship or her pending book deal. If the Governor of Alaska was found to be dishonest, would the media call for her resignation? Fill the airwaves with more bad press? 

It looks like a double standard to me...........