I agree to an extent.  Politics at that time really wasent the same as it is now.  The political environment has gotten increasingly hostile the past 6 years or so.  Kimmel also has a dog in the current fight because he has a relatable story involving his newborn son.  

Different times.  Different perspectives.  I understand what youre saying, but I dont see Kimmel as much of a hack as Nugent is.  I dont really fault Kimmel for not having a kid go through open heart surgery back when Obama was trying to pass the public option so that he could gain the proper perspective to perhaps call Obama out on that issue when it was going on.

Perspectives change often based on events.  Ive seen a few GOPers who have been fully against things like gay marriage switch positions when it turns out one of their sons/daughters is gay.  Sometimes its hard to understand and appreciate a view, until you have to live it.