Sean Hannity and his guests Mark Furman, who became notorious for racists statements that emerged at the time of the Rodney King incident, and Fox News correspondent David Webb all concurred that President Obama and former Attorney General Eric Holder will share in the blame if rioting occurs in Ferguson, Missouri.
At issue is the fact that both Obama and Holder rushed to weigh in on the Michael Brown shooting incident before the facts could be obtained. Their comments had the effect of whipping up a race frenzy among a very provincial public.
The governor of Missouri has invoked Marshall Law in the state to ensure the safety of protestors and the protection of citizens and their property. At this point, many residents of Ferguson are tired of the protests. However, outside groups have come in to keep the protests alive. Hannity, who is no fan of the president and his former attorney general, made it clear that in his mind, they will share in the blame if people turn to violent outbursts.
One day after Hannity aired his segment tying Holder and Obama to any potential violence, the former attorney general released a video tape calling on the public to remain calm. Holder reminded people of the power of nonviolent protests in the history of civil rights.
The rioting that previously erupted in Ferguson had many so-called protestors looting electronics stores and liquor stores. At this point, it is anyone’s guess what will happen once the result of the grand jury is released this week.