Hannity & Colmes facts for kids

Hannity & Colmes was a popular television talk show on the Fox News Channel. It was hosted by two people with very different ideas: Sean Hannity, who is known for his conservative views, and Alan Colmes, who was known for his progressive views. The show aired for many years, starting on October 6, 1996, and ending on January 9, 2009.

What Was Hannity & Colmes?

Hannity & Colmes was a TV show where two hosts discussed important news and political topics. It was a "talk show," which means people talked about current events and shared their opinions. This show was special because the two hosts often had very different ideas about the same topics.

Meet the Hosts: Different Ideas

The show's main idea was to have two hosts who saw the world in different ways.

• Sean Hannity is a conservative. This generally means he believes in traditional values and often thinks the government should have less control over people's lives and businesses.
• Alan Colmes was a progressive. This generally means he believed in new ideas and often thought the government should do more to help people and solve problems in society.

Because Sean and Alan had such different viewpoints, their discussions were often lively. They would debate topics like government spending, healthcare, and world events. This allowed viewers to hear both sides of an argument.

How Long Did the Show Run?

Hannity & Colmes was on TV for over 12 years. It started in 1996 and became a well-known show on the Fox News Channel. Many people watched it to hear the debates between Sean and Alan. The show ended in 2009 when Alan Colmes decided to leave the show to work on other projects.