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MSNBC President: We're not left-wing version of Fox News

DENVER, Colo. -- MSNBC president Phil Griffin says he doesn’t think his network is the left-wing version of Fox News, but would like to steal one thing from the channel — anchor Shep Smith.

Griffin told the Hollywood Reporter today that unlike Fox News, MSNBC doesn’t "put out talking points all day" or “lay down” and do “an easy interview."

"It should be noted, every Republican, whether they're in trouble or not, does their first interview with Fox. They are invited, and they are treated well," Griffin said. "With us, you come at your own risk. We are not going to lay down, do an easy interview, and President Obama knows it."

Griffin also said MSNBC is looking for more Republicans to come on MSNBC, and asked which on-air personality he’d like to have, replied: “Yes. I don't know if I should say this... Shep Smith. I just like his way. I like everything about him."

Informed of the offer here in Denver, Smith told POLITICO, "I've got a job."