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Tuesday, November 25, 2003

The MJ Problem

I just wanted to chime in on this Michael Jackson thing. I've been a fan since the Jackson 5 days, and I love his music. His current troubles have nothing to do with him as an artist. Still, I'm tired of going into chat rooms and having to put up with MJ jokes running rampant online. People have tried and convicted him without due process. It's unfair, and it's unconstitutional. It's also another day in the life of us Black folk. His guilt or innocence should be decided by jurisprudence and not public opinion. Personally, I believe it's all a misunderstanding, or worse, somebody trying to cash in on his wealth. Just thought I'd put my two cents in.