Well, I didn't get that, except in the sense that she was caught up in the irony of the situation. While we are speculating on her motives, let us not forget anger. Women have been known to shed tears of anger. ;-)
I definitely see the irony. Kennedy certainly shouldn't be questioning anyone's integrity, least of all Judge (and soon to be Justice) Alito.
And now, as much as I'd like to continue this discussion all night, I shall go to bed because unfortunately, I have classes in the morning. Or...later in the morning.