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Jackson was a freak, a has-been, a drug addict verging on bankrupcy. and a pedophile (okay, "alleged" pedophile). He was a lowlife, and the media is glorifying him. It's my personal opinion that part of what's behind this is the media's need to appear totally PC...to not draw attention to the sick spectacle that was Jackson's life. Because to do so would inevitably bring on charges of racism.
Ok I completely disagree with the race angle on this. Did you happen to notice that Michael Jackson got lighter and lighter during his life? I am not trying to suggest that this made Jackson any less black. I just believe that this man led a pretty extraordinary and somewhat unusual life, and for that reason, I really believe he transcended race. I also agree with other posters, the coverage was completely driven by the ratings.
Also I think it's inappropriate to call anyone a "freak". He was a human being. I don't know if you watched the memorial service, but I was truly struck by the number of people who clearly loved this man. I was also really touched when his daughter said how much she loved him. I think calling him, or anyone for that matter, a freak is a little harsh.
Oh your analysis claiming the media is covering MJ this extensively because of some pc for the black race motive is NOTHING TO GET OVER don't flatter yourself
Last edited by gold*dust1; 07-07-2009 at 06:57 PM..
Oh your pis poor analysis claiming the media is covering MJ this extensively because of some pc for the black race motive is NOTHING TO GET OVER don't flatter yourself
It's absolutely insane. Why should the city of Los Angeles foot the bill for Jackson's funeral? His family should pay for it.
If Jackson had been White, none of this would be happening, believe me. This is all about political correctness.
I too think it's outrageous that the state has to pay that makes no sense whatsover. However, I fail to see the racial connection here. What does his race have to do with this, AT ALL?!
I don't know why California has to pay for the memorial when the state is broke. I guess CA will pass the bill onto all of us eventually. Why doesn't the Jackson family pay for it?
When the Jackson family called about the stadium, whoever said yes should have also told them the price tag.
Your comment certainly isn't the first I have responded to regarding MJ.
I find your assessment is inaccurate imo and naive.
My comment is a result of a discussion I heard on "Fox News in the Morning" where it was suggested that the Media's overabundance of coverage on Jackson might be motivated by a desire to maintain political correctness. I thought about it, and I found myself agreeing.
It's my personal opinion that part of what's behind this is the media's need to appear totally PC...to not draw attention to the sick spectacle that was Jackson's life. Because to do so would inevitably bring on charges of racism.
Im sorry, that's just insane. Twelve (is it?) days of coverage is a money deal. Please try to snap out of it.
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Dumbest theory I've heard yet
Oh your analysis claiming the media is covering MJ this extensively because of some pc for the black race motive is NOTHING TO GET OVER
