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Congressman Peter King Says Society Is "Glorifying" a "Low-Life"

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by lagregg July 7, 2009 5:02 PM EDT
Michael Jackson was taken advantage of in so many ways. It's unfortunate that there are people in this world that will take advantage of ones kindness and unselfishness. The only perverts in Michaels lives were the parents of the children that accused him of doing unspeakable things all for money. I only wish that Michael would have gone to court with the first accusers because it would have never gone to the second. The only reason this ever came up is because the second family (trailor trash) got wind of the settlement that Michael was willing to pay to get the first bunch of leeches out of his life and they wanted to be paid off too, but it backed fired on them. There will never be another Michael Jackson and anyone who has anything bad to say about him was just envious and jealous of his charm, his great looks, his personality, I mean the list is endless and I didn't even mention is talent. The world could definetly use more Michael Jacksons
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by Shortcommenter July 7, 2009 4:43 PM EDT
OJ was convicted . . . they only called it something else. But it was definitely for murder. Don't be naive.
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by jhonnipeep July 7, 2009 3:03 PM EDT
Mr. King, pure and simple...you are disgusting. You have no respect for those grieving. As I stated in a thread, every time a political hack opens his mouth, we find out he is involved in a scandal. What scandal will you be involved in? Will we discover that you are merely a hypocrite?

Politicians are a dime a dozen...at every level. It clearly takes a ***** and a narcissist to be a politician.
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by dpreston14 July 7, 2009 10:10 AM EDT
And OJ was acquitted TOO!
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by dpreston14 July 7, 2009 10:02 AM EDT
GO CONGRESSMAN KING!!! Where can I send my contribution?!
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by dpreston14 July 7, 2009 9:59 AM EDT
Low-life politician or not, I agree with every word he said. Now excuse me while I find out where I can send a contribution.
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by fedupredneck July 7, 2009 8:42 AM EDT
Someone on here with a brain? I didnt think it was possible (including me) Couldn't have said it better myself.
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by fedupredneck July 7, 2009 8:40 AM EDT
He was not a father-Just cause he bought a couple kids does not make him a father.
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by fedupredneck July 7, 2009 8:37 AM EDT
UH- He wasn't talkin about Elvis. Jacko IS NOT the king of rock. He's just a wanna be white boy with some skills.
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by sweetjill1 July 7, 2009 5:24 AM EDT
I think I've heard and had enough of this crap circulating about Michael Jackson and his so-called perversion! There are alot of people who stood to make a lot of money off of the bs that was put out by this entire circus, including those like Diane Dimond and others. This poor man went through a living hell while he was alive for no reason, which practically financially broke him and broke him physically, emotionally and spiritually. He didn't deserve one second of this kind of torture and yet people kept on and on and on, treating him this way. He was a true humanitarian and did more to help others than the rest of us ever hope or dream of doing for others. He deserves to rest in peace and be left alone by those hateful idiots out there! He will be remembered for bringing joy and happiness to us through his music and not as someone who didn't deserve to be treated like the rest of us. May all of his naysayers rot in hell.
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by GalfromBrooklyn July 7, 2009 4:58 AM EDT
Shame on this guy! Talking bad about the dead! Let us remember Michael for all the good he did while here on this earth. Yes, he was bizarre in his behavior but no more bizarre than some politicians that abuse their power and want our forgiveness.
The coverage is over the top.....but that is what happens in "Tinsel Town". The money could be better spent on more important things right now with our economy in bad shape. RIP Michael.
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by JamesB621 July 7, 2009 4:57 AM EDT
I agree with your post, OJ wasn't convicted either, but most all of us know that he is a murderer. I began wondering what was up with the boy when he started all of the plastic surgeries, skin bleaching and the countless rhinoplasties. Then came the talk of pedophilia and questions raised and accusations made about his conduct with his numerous weekends with little boys. Yeah, fine, he was a prolific entertainer, but you can't ignore or erase the other side of him either, drug addict, pedophile and just plain unbalanced. The media coverage is way over the top and unwarranted. Oh, BTW rickbaker007, must you post the same thing to everyone who dares to point out Jackson's short comings? If that is going to be your only post, ****! you must be just as bent as your idol.
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by bulletproof1 July 7, 2009 3:41 AM EDT
NY Rep Peter King Blasts Jackson As "Pervert"


FIRST OF ALL ARE YOU TRYING TO SAVE YOUR JOB OR ?

2ND WHAT A THING TO SAY ABOUT MICHAEL THE "KING OF POP"
EITHER YOUR LOOKING FOR ATTENTION OR YOUR CHEATING ON YOUR WIFE,?




Rep. Peter King said society is "glorifying" a "low-life" while ignoring the efforts of teachers, police officers, firefighters, veterans and volunteers.
WHAT ARE YOU TALKING ABOUT PETER PETER PUNKIN EATER,MICHAEL JACKSON MOVED PEOPLE LIKE POLICE OFFICERS AND FIREFIGHTERS AND VOLUNTEEERS

Jackson was acquitted of molesting a boy.

In the video, the congressman says the "day in and day out" coverage of Jackson's death is "too politically correct."

He conceded that Jackson "may have been a good singer" and "did some dancing."

Peter King is among the possible Republican contenders for the seat held by Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand. ahhhhhhhhh THIS EXPLAINDS WHY HIS SAYING WHAT HE,S SAYING TO GAIN publicity


peter King has said in the past that he represents the interests of "blue-collar conservatives." i can tell you that what ever your saying is gonna affect you,and your gonna wish that you havn't said it,plus you go straight to the news good move ,now people can use your you tube for twitter and facebook.

WE REALY WOULD WANT TO FOLLOW YOU BY TWITTER ,JACK ASS!!!!!
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by heliocracy July 7, 2009 2:32 AM EDT
What's worse is Madonna's proclamation that Jackson was one of the greatest artists of all time. What a joke...off the top of my head I can name a hundred real artists, whose mere presense on the earth should have made Michael embarrassed to call himself a musician.

Two of them, Paul McCartney and Stevie Wonder, actually worked with Jackson. Just compare Thriller to Sargeant Pepper's, Born in the USA, Radiohead's OK Computer, Rumours, and even Fear of a Black Planet--or any of a thousand other albums which actually had soul, and something to say, in a way that pushes the boundries of music as art.

Just because millions of people who wouldn't know art if it slapped them upside the head worship this guy's shallow, overproduced, pop c*r*a*p, doesn't make him a "great artist," any more than Madonna is...
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by fedupredneck July 7, 2009 8:42 AM EDT
Someone on here with a brain? I didnt think it was possible (including me) Couldn't have said it better myself.
by jhonnipeep July 7, 2009 1:08 AM EDT
Everytime a political hack opens his mouth, he ends up in some pathetic scandal. What will the next headline read? Perhaps...King is the "real" pedophile? These politicians are such blow hards!
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by smoothcriminalforever July 7, 2009 12:49 AM EDT
Mr. Peter King is a nobody lowlife loser, that is the only fact this most laughable video reveals. He seems to be eerily fixated on the words "pervert" and "child molester"...curious. Could it be some sort of unconscious revelation? Or perhaps just a plea for 15 minutes of fame at the price of certain political suicide? Or -probably- both, seeing as the grand majority of these Christian right-wing wackos tend to have serious issues and largely compose the world's population of perverts/undesirables/creepers. I wonder if Jesus ever touched his spirit [take this as you may ;)] since he seems to be rather obsessed with the Bible and Christianity. Perhaps, and most likely, he's a sleazy ******* wanting to make a quick attempt at notoriety by bashing an icon and hiding behind the Bible. Regardless, Mr. King is a fool until the end, since he's committed political suicide. And I thought it wouldn't, couldn't get worse than the Sarah Palin/Sanford circuses. HAHAHAH, LAUGHABLE, THE REPUBLICAN PARTY. I LAUGH AT THEE. MICHAEL HAS OUR LOVE, HE HAS EVERYTHING, AND PETER KING, HE HAS NOTHIIIIIIIIINNNNGGG!!!
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by gma050 July 8, 2009 5:16 PM EDT
FInally, someone who makes sense. God bless you!!!
by Gimpy0001 July 7, 2009 12:30 AM EDT
Unfortunately this is the simple mentality of many of our politicians. To make a public comment like this shows how ignorant Mr. King is. No wonder our country is in so much turmoil with the likes of this making decisions for our country. Regardless of what he may think or believe he is publicly passing his personal judgment without substantial facts. Whatever happened with Michael Jackson and his accusers, he went through the legal process and was found innocent and he made a settlement with another accuser that was between them, still not a conviction. Who knows if we the public will ever know the truth, without a conviction he is innocent. I would bet that Michael Jackson will have helped more children in his lifetime then Mr. King will ever be able to. I feel very sorry for Michael's children to see and here all of the bad publicity that is being done by people like Mr. King. I can only hope that it will come back to haunt Mr. King for what he has done. I person in the position of Mr. King should know better, but we can all see from this that you don't have to be intelligent to be in Congress, which is a very scary thought for our country. Since this was done so publicaly by Mr. King, I hope that the trustees for Michael's children can find the grounds to sue him because he deserves it. At least then it would help Michael's children. These are my personal thoughts.
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by Mellye July 7, 2009 12:14 AM EDT
Michael carried so much hope and light for the world. He loved children. He always felt that every child reflected the face of God.

For the record: Michael Jackson was not a pedophile or a molester.

Your words represent nothing more than hate filled diatribe. Don't we already have enough hate in the world? Where is your compassion?

God blessed Michael Jackson with genius talent and Christ filled compassion that transcended all barriers. For nearly 50 years, his life's purpose would be a source of healing and love in every country on the planet.

Mr. King, what have you done for your planet in the last 50 years?

I encourage you to take a peek at Michael Jackson's legacy...the words he shared through his lyrics; that beautiful voice; his amazing dance. He had the heart of a child, the patience of Job, and the drive of a warrior.

Mr. King, Michael Jackson is worthy of our respect. He was on the front lines every day fighting for the sake of others who could not help themselves. He used his blessings to create a magical place for kids to visit?to escape the torments of life, even if just for a short while. He used his musical influence to heal the planet and help special needs, at risk, and sick children across the globe. Throughout his life, he contributed $300 Million to worldwide charities, relentless in his fight to help others.

Read it, Mr. King: http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m6d25-Thank-You-Michael-Jackson-for-your-life-long-charity-work

Do these actions reflect the heart of a criminal mind? In his lifetime, he did far more for this world than you could ever hope to achieve...and he did it all in the name of love.

To answer your question: Yes, YES! I would leave my child with Michael Jackson without hesitation. There are children alive today because of his quiet devotion to their needs.

Bela Farkas, Mr. King. Look it up: http://www.examiner.com/x-11095-Organ-and-Tissue-Donor-Examiner~y2009m6d28-Michael-Jackson-paid-for-Hungarian-childs-liver-transplant.

I suggest you take a long, hard look at the ?man in the mirror?.

I am sick and tired of hearing and reading that Michael Jackson should not be celebrated as a hero. Michael Jackson is EXACTLY the kind of hero we should be celebrating. We should celebrate the man who gave us everything he had to give, despite horrific abuse, a neglected childhood, lupus, skin disorders, chronic pain from relentless physical exertion, and unimaginable stress he would have to endure at the hands of those who would seek to destroy him.

Though he was an idiosyncratic, flawed man, Michael Jackson was not a criminal. In the end, he would not be able to escape the effects of life's personal torment. He is worthy of our respect and our compassion. He made the world a better place.

God blessed Michael with inimitable gifts. His light shone because of Jesus. Those of us who know the truth, we hurt because we sense the loss of that light. But truly, Michael's spirit has finally discovered peace and rest. The miracle is that Jesus continues to do His work through Michael even now, after his death. Many are now understanding what this man did for the world through God's gifts.

The light will continue to shine, and Michael will continue to smile.
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by Mellye July 7, 2009 12:12 AM EDT
Michael carried so much hope and light for the world. He loved children. He always felt that every child reflected the face of God.

For the record: Michael Jackson was not a pedophile or a molester.

Your words represent nothing more than hate filled diatribe. Don't we already have enough hate in the world? Where is your compassion?

God blessed Michael Jackson with genius talent and Christ filled compassion that transcended all barriers. For nearly 50 years, his life's purpose would be a source of healing and love in every country on the planet.

Mr. King, what have you done for your planet in the last 50 years?

I encourage you to take a peek at Michael Jackson's legacy...the words he shared through his lyrics; that beautiful voice; his amazing dance. He had the heart of a child, the patience of Job, and the drive of a warrior.

Mr. King, Michael Jackson is worthy of our respect. He was on the front lines every day fighting for the sake of others who could not help themselves. He used his blessings to create a magical place for kids to visit?to escape the torments of life, even if just for a short while. He used his musical influence to heal the planet and help special needs, at risk, and sick children across the globe. Throughout his life, he contributed $300 Million to worldwide charities, relentless in his fight to help others.

Read it, Mr. King: http://www.examiner.com/x-7230-Atlanta-Special-Needs-Kids-Examiner~y2009m6d25-Thank-You-Michael-Jackson-for-your-life-long-charity-work

Do these actions reflect the heart of a criminal mind? In his lifetime, he did far more for this world than you could ever hope to achieve...and he did it all in the name of love.

To answer your question: Yes, YES! I would leave my child with Michael Jackson without hesitation. There are children alive today because of his quiet devotion to their needs.

Bela Farkas, Mr. King. Look it up: http://www.examiner.com/x-11095-Organ-and-Tissue-Donor-Examiner~y2009m6d28-Michael-Jackson-paid-for-Hungarian-childs-liver-transplant.

I suggest you take a long, hard look at the ?man in the mirror?.

I am sick and tired of hearing and reading that Michael Jackson should not be celebrated as a hero. Michael Jackson is EXACTLY the kind of hero we should be celebrating. We should celebrate the man who gave us everything he had to give, despite horrific abuse, a neglected childhood, lupus, skin disorders, chronic pain from relentless physical exertion, and unimaginable stress he would have to endure at the hands of those who would seek to destroy him.

Though he was an idiosyncratic, flawed man, Michael Jackson was not a criminal. In the end, he would not be able to escape the effects of life's personal torment. He is worthy of our respect and our compassion. He made the world a better place.

God blessed Michael with inimitable gifts. His light shone because of Jesus. Those of us who know the truth, we hurt because we sense the loss of that light. But truly, Michael's spirit has finally discovered peace and rest. The miracle is that Jesus continues to do His work through Michael even now, after his death. Many are now understanding what this man did for the world through God's gifts.

The light will continue to shine, and Michael will continue to smile.
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by Peltier9191 July 7, 2009 12:09 AM EDT
Another low life politician trying to get coverage. When a family is grieving and the world mourns a loss of one of the greatest entertainers of our known civilization, a nobody politician comes out of the woodwork to slander him. This is really poor taste. Lets hurt Peter King where it matters - in the wallet and by voting against him.
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