Mr. Jackson Goes to Washington

46. So apparently our economy is fixed, we all have affordable healthcare and the wars are ended so that Congress has time to debate Michael Jackson.

The guy was a narcissistic, self-mutilizing, self-destructive drug addict, who may have had a penchant for little boys. And they want to honor him, while ignoring Ed McMahon who was a war veteran? Please, Congress, playtime is over, get back to real work.

Posted at 10:49AM on Jul 8th 2009 by T

47. Harve Presnell (6-30-09), Fred Travalena (6-28-09), Gale Storm (6-27-09), and Sky "Sunlight" Saxon (6-25-09),

Who the hell ARE those people????
A bunch of loesrs, that's who.

As for the armed forces. Sorry but I don't see MJ responsible for accidental bombings of homes, schools, hospitals etc.... Its the casulties/children of war that MJ was trying to help because "people" like our armed forces killed maimed and injureds kids from other countries.

Posted at 10:49AM on Jul 8th 2009 by Lindsay

48. He was an entertainer, not humanitarian. Go fix the economy and stop trying to make a name for yourselves by supporting this BS initative!

Posted at 10:49AM on Jul 8th 2009 by Aaron

49. MJ was a great entertainer 20 years ago. He wasted the past 15 years of his life and is not someone I would honor at all. He is a known junkie, and a suspected child molestor. Before his death, he was a joke to many people including celebs and politicians. Now he is a saint that should be honored. Enough already.

Posted at 10:57AM on Jul 8th 2009 by There is no such thing as reality tv

50. What? If they thought he was so great, why didn't they do this before? They're looking to latch onto the black vote for the next election. What a bunch of idiots ! People are out of work, losing their homes, kids going hungry and without healthcare and THIS BS IS THEIR MAIN CONCERN?

Posted at 10:55AM on Jul 8th 2009 by rowdygirl

51. Hmm methinks that all these "friends" who turned up last night to honour the King should look at themselves in the mirror with shame. If everyone had looked out for MJ whilst he was alive, given him the "accolades" and the "awards", he would have known how loved he was, and wouldn't be dead. If he had made it to the UK he wouldn't be dead. Shame on you! Shame on the family - they should have walked the last mile behind the hearse (a la Diana) that would have been a tribute not a load of tacky nonsense with songs that no one knew the words to. All that glove nonsense- Marlon great speech - you could recognise your brother anywhere - you couldn't recognise his cries for help? There must have been rumours. Jermaine - great dignified, you will have another number one after Jackomania is over - still trading on the back of your poor brother. The mayor asking for donations? How much tax did MJ pay in to the county coffers over the years and supported (as we heard many many charities which the county wouldn't). Keep Joe away from those beautiful children - and hallelujah they seem normal and may be able to sing and dance - Motown and Joe - let them grow up dirst before you start profiteering on the back of them

Posted at 10:55AM on Jul 8th 2009 by diana fan

52. I think the lady was there to tell people that he did not do these despicable things to young boys - because she reminded people he was found innocent of wrongdoing by a court of law, and that people in Wash DC represent the law of this country, elected to uphold the law...something like that - check videos online to hear for yourselves as to the exact words Ms. Lee said - I think she was saying that she spoke for the govt of this country/his country when she said he was innocent, so because of that, they want to honor his humanitarian efforts and so on. The man Mr. King was really way out of line when he said Michael was a pedophile etc, and I hope he gets called on what he said, like what happens to some of them when they speak out the side of their ass.

Posted at 10:56AM on Jul 8th 2009 by Rachael

53. WOW !! Ignorance is bliss !!.........and there is ALOT out there/here when it comes to Michael Jackson. Funny how we haven't heard a word from anyone on this site and/or others in regards to the positives but all the negatives till he has left us but I guess that's how is goes. You are a nobody until you pass. Fortunately for Michael he only has to face one maker......remember him ??? I guess you all forgot how many trips and visits he made to our Armed forces........how many he entertained and fed......not one concert did he perform or one appearance did he not thank them. Yea that's what I thought, forgot about all those. Easily done when you are all so wrapped up into the National Enquirer .

Posted at 10:59AM on Jul 8th 2009 by Sharon

54. Michael was a great entertainer BUT please stop with all the recognition on awards. He was what he was!
Congress stay the hell out of it try doing something right in Congress and pass whats right for America, stay out of HOLLYWOOD -SERIOUSLY!! You all are making me sick.. RIP MJ - STOP with the race thing too THAT IS GETTING REAL OLD!!!

Posted at 10:59AM on Jul 8th 2009 by Pam

55. shut the hell up Winze on comment no.4! you have no idea what youre talking about. yeh michael was an entertainer but you fail to realise things he did for the poor, sick, homeless people in the world. he gave to charity. hes in the guiness book of world records for being the only artist to give to so many charities. you need to do youre damn research you narrow minded fat headed rascal.

as for sheila, you go girl, we're behind you on this one!

suck on it P King!

Posted at 4:05PM on Jul 8th 2009 by sky

56. Michael gave so much to the world. He was a true humanitarian. He deserves all the recognition he is getting and really desereved it when he was alive. It is such a shame that we have to lose something before we really appreciate what we had. Michael healed the world and made it a better place. He had the purest and best of intentions and those with the loudest voices ridiculed him for it. Why shouldn't someone who gave so much be recognized? Congress does this kind of stuff for people all the time so this is not new, it is just the first time YOU'RE hearing about it.

And for those of you who are worried about the "time it wastes" in congress, don't worry. A decision like this should be easy and take only a matter of seconds.

Posted at 3:22PM on Jul 8th 2009 by Ashley

57. 34. How about a moment of silence for the members of the military who have been killed in the line of duty?? They are the true heroes in this country. They should be ashamed of themselves.

Posted at 10:42AM on Jul 8th 2009 by NY


I agree, and we should also have a moment of silence honoring slain fire and police workers. These people sacrificed their lives for us. What did MJ sacrifice for his country???

Posted at 11:01AM on Jul 8th 2009 by There is no such thing as reality tv

58. what the hey.while the congress nut jobs are at it,why not go ahead and burry him in arlington national cemetery.

Posted at 11:02AM on Jul 8th 2009 by tim

59. This would be a fitting gesture for a humanitarian, a person who cared deeply for people and causes. Like him or not, you have to admit he had an impact on many.

Posted at 11:03AM on Jul 8th 2009 by Textie

60. 43. forgot to say - Al Sharpton - inspiring but a bit misguided and inappropriate. I'm white in the UK but I could listen to him all day., not that I agree with him.

Posted at 11:03AM on Jul 8th 2009 by diana fan