In case you haven’t heard the news already, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi killed House Resolution 600 aka the “Michael Jackson Bill” late last week stating emphatically that she didn’t think it was necessary. That’s a controversial decision that is already causing contradictory views on the web, and one that almost seems to have as much to do with Jackson, as it does with Democratic Representative Sheila Jackson-Lee who hurriedly introduced the Bill during MJ’s memorial service last week.I personally think Jackson-Lee was grandstanding to a large extent by trying to introduce a piece of legislature at a funeral — especially one that was being internationally televised — but that’s politics. So I’m not totally surprised that it was shot down by Pelosi, but her decision is undoubtedly tied to lingering allegations of Jackson’s child molestation history. And the issue isn’t going away. Over the next months, there will most likely be a push for official commemorative monuments, honors and a national stamp for Jackson. This is defeat number one, but hopefully a more organized effort comes along to properly honor the world’s greatest international pop star.
More Stories From This Author
Capitol Hill Block Party Artist Panel Series 2019
The Capitol Hill Block Party Artist Panel Series 2019 is free (no festival wristband required), all-ages, and takes place from…
By
Seattle Weekly • July 9, 2019 11:10 am
Golden Idols will release new EP
Seattle quartet returns with ‘Uneasy’
By
Seattle Weekly • June 24, 2019 5:30 pm
Travis Thompson, Wolf Parade headline Fisherman’s Village fest
The Everett Music Initiative festival, May 16-18 in Everett, will showcase more than 50 acts.
By
Evan Thompson • March 18, 2019 12:00 pm