The Sean Hannity and Robert Gibbs interview

October 9, 11:24 AMProgressive Politics ExaminerJay McDonough

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This video has made the rounds, achieving almost viral status at this point.  Following Tuesday evenings debate, FOX News host Sean Hannity interviewed Obama campaign spokesperson Robert Gibbs and couldn't resist bringing up William Ayers:

Fun to watch, particularly if you've ever watched Mr. Hannity bully his guests.  Hannity defends himself claiming he's a journalist who's had all kinds of folks on his show that he disagrees with, including Malik Shabazz and Al Sharpton.  Hannity asserts Andy Martin's appearance is just another example.

Of course, Hannity's defense is ridiculous.  Anyone that's ever watched Sean Hannity knows that in those interviews with Shabazz and Sharpton, he made it very clear he disagreed with them.  He challenged them, argued with them, made sure they understood everything they believed in repulsed Sean Hannity.

Now, had Sean Hannity challenged Mr. Martin, argued with him over his extreme positions, made sure Martin understood everything he believed in repulsed Sean Hannity, then Hannity's defense would hold water.

But he didn't (transcript is here).  And his defense is ridiculous and spineless.  Robert Gibbs ate Sean Hannity's lunch.