From what I read at the time it seemed that it was common knowledge in the elite Washington social circle that Plame worked at the CIA, her husband had openly talked about it beforehand and the "outrage" for naming her was an attempt to smear Republicans. Maybe Novak's mistake was underestimating how vile the rats can be.
what is widely known in Washington is not necessarily known in other countries. And "working at the CIA" is not the same as being a NOC.
So are you saying it's not a crime in this case and that the first President Bush is wrong about such an act being treason?
Just asking, because I consider keeping our NOCs under cover important. I care much more about my country than my political party.