On Thursday afternoon, Michael Jackson died. Since then, the world seems to have gone crazy. I watched Good Morning America yesterday morning, and the only thing they talked about was his death. Usually when they cover a major story, they take a small break to tell about the other news happening in the world. But they didn't even do that. The only story they covered was Jackson's death.In fact, listening to major media would make one think that Jackson was universally loved and respected. I seem to be the only person who disagrees. Although I own scores of CDs and like all kinds of music, I have never owned a Michael Jackson record or CD nor have I ever had a desire to own one.
I guess he had a certain amount of talent, but I can think of hundreds of singers and songwriters that I think were more talented. Just a couple of weeks ago the great blues singer, Koko Taylor (pictured), died and the news media ignored it. Was Jackson so much more deserving?
I also think Jackson was a child molester, who was able to use his enormous wealth to avoid being convicted of it. All in all, I just didn't consider him hero material.
Am I the only one thinking like this? What do you think?
