Pelosi Statement on Musharraf Imposing Emergency Rule in Pakistan

Washington, D.C. -- Speaker Nancy Pelosi issued the following statement today on Pakistan President Pervez Musharraf imposing emergency rule and suspending the constitution in Pakistan:

'For too long, President Musharraf failed to confront effectively his growing unpopularity.  The Bush Administration enabled Musharraf's delusion by ignoring his undemocratic acts and lack of internal support in exchange for his assistance in efforts against terrorism.

'Pakistan will only be a reliable and capable ally against terrorism when its government is not seen as an enemy by its own people. The interests of the United States   are best advanced by policies that do not promote one goal at the expense of the other.'