Moving the goalposts (which you are attempting to do) is a hallmark of the DNC strategy. I suggest that if you wish to preserve your credibiity, you answer with candor.
With immigration being the hot topic du jour, I became disatisfied with much of the superficial "analysis" that is being presented in much of the broadcast media. Since Tony is one of the more thoughtful talking heads, I thought he might be receptive to my suggestion for interview guests.
Why would a constructive reply like that put such a bee in your bonnet?