Via Josh Marshall, Fox News head Roger Ailes suggested that Democratic presidential candidates dodging his network’s debate are going to be afraid of Al Qaeda:

And he had some choice words for Democratic candidates who have decided not to debate on Fox.

“The candidates that can’t face Fox, can’t face Al Qaeda,” said Mr. Ailes. “And that’s what’s coming.”

Marshall’s response? Jokingly comparing Fox to terrorists:

Fox’s Roger Ailes says: “The candidates that can’t face Fox, can’t face Al Qaeda. And that’s what’s coming.”

I guess we at least agree about the nature of the organization?

Late Update: From TPM Reader RT: “I guess he validates the theory you shouldn’t negotiate with terrorists.”

Inspiring stuff all around.