Posted on 08/20/2004 11:13:50 AM PDT by PinnedAndRecessed
Michael Jackson is lashing out at his critics, saying he and his family have dedicated themselves to "unity and peace" and do not deserve to be the targets of ridicule and lies. "It is unfortunate that for years we have been targets of completely inaccurate and false portrayals," Jackson said in a brief statement posted on his Web site Thursday. "We have watched as we have been vilified and humiliated. I personally have suffered through many hurtful lies and references to me as 'Wacko Jacko' as well as the latest untruth about me fathering quadruplets."
The entertainer, who is facing a Jan. 31 trial on child-molest charges, had to obtain a judge's permission to issue the statement while his case is under a court-imposed gag order.
He made no reference to the charges against him, instead railing against the mistreatment he said has been directed at him and his family. He singled out in particular the recent TV biopic "Man in the Mirror: The Michael Jackson Story."
(Excerpt) Read more at modbee.com ...
Dear WMJ:
"don't want people to call you "wacko", don't ACT wacko.
perhaps you should spend some of your money on good therapy rather than more young boys."
But what does he think about the Swiftboat Vets? :)
As the Jackson family gravy train pulls into the bone yard.
At least they weren't molestified.
Well at least he didn't blame President Bush or Karl Rove...
"dedicated themselves to "unity and peace"
Oh, that explains the pseudo military jackets and fake bandoliers he is so fond of parading around in.
Mr. Jackson:
On behalf of every child, adult, woman, man, girl, and boy that has not been blinded by your power, money, and fame, I would like to say that you disgust me. I have never in all my life heard of so horrible a "man" as you. Next to Hitler, you are one of my least favorite people brought on this earth, but at least Hitler was known for what he did. You hide the facts behind your money, and any person with half a brain or half a heart would have convicted you for the charges that you are guilty of. One day, though, I am sure that you will be punished for what you've done, if not by man, then by God, whom you cannot bribe or lie to. I will end my note on the fact that you are a guilty man; I know it, the world knows it, and you know it, but after a while, you will find it impossible to lie to all three of us.
Sincerely,
An Anonymous Person Who Knows the Truth
Since you're new here, why don't you tell us the truth?
The truth is that Michael Jackson is a sick man, and should be taken to a place where he no longer has acess to little boys. I'm guessing, by of the contents of your reply, that you are one of his many fans who have not even began to imagine what it would be like to be a little boy who's went to "Neverland" to have fun, and then find out that Michael Jackson's idea of fun is lieing on his bed drinking "Jesus Juice" while he molests and rapes you.
~april_5617
A suggestion. Step around in here carefully until you become a little more assimilated. Howlin is not baiting you, Howlin is probing for "information" you seem to suggest to have.
Also, you replied to yourself. Howlin won't get pinged to your reply that way. Take a little time to see how this place works. You'll eventually find out how wrong you are about Howlin.
Whoa! Michael Jackson's been charge with child molestation!?!? When's the trial start?
..There's a ring of truth to april's post...and it's in her favor that, even as a new poster, she's trying to relate what she knows.
I believe her...
..and her response to Howlin...(who will understand this, I'm sure)...is from an emotional perspective.
This poster may know someone who Jackson molested.
Let's cut her some slack.
He's still Wacko Jacko.
A newbie doesn't get far on this board throwing out accusations right off the bat, emotional or otherwise. I would also like to hear more of what April has to say yet April won't be here long if she's going to butt heads with the first person who is simply asking for more information. Particularly with someone who will undoubtedly agree with "her."
April does not know Howlin feels as strongly as she....also true.
But yesterday, many of us felt like throwing something....( a telephone would have worked just fine :^) ...
..lots of emotion in print...
..and if April is closer to this scene --(reading between the lines)
...her emotion would be more intense, I would think.
I'm not really looking to get into your website. I'm a 14-year-old girl, and I'd rather not spend my entire day on the computer argueing with Howlin. I don't know him, I don't wish to know him, and I thank you for your advise, but I'm just looking for a website where I could post my opinions. I looked at some of the things that he said, and I can't really tell who he's for. (In the Michael Jackson case.) I replied to myself because when I replied to him, he didn't write anything back. No offence to anyone, but I think that he seems to want to have an arguement with everyone, and despite what you may now think, I do not. Once again, thank you for giving me advise, but as I don't plan on coming to this website very often, I believe that I won't need to use it.
~april_5617
Thank you for listening to me even though I'm new. I've gotten really mad at a lot of people because they don't seem to want to do just that, so it's nice to hear from someone who is going hear me out. I don't know anyone who he molested personnaly, but anyone whose been a kid or is a kid-and everyone has whether or not it seems possible- could relate to how horrible it would be to have that hapen to you, and then see the person get away with it over and over again. -I'm sorry if I've been rude, it's just that I want my opinion to be heard, not ignored.
~april_5617
I'm sorry about what I just posted. I'm just mad about what has hapened, but that doesn't give me a right to freak out on you. It just seemed like you were threatening me, and Howlin didn't seem to really want to listen, but I'm being unreasonable. So, I'm sorry about the letter I just wrote to you Ladysmith
~april_5617
..and seem wise beyond your years.
Thank-you for your kind words....
.I share your sentiments, outrage and anger about Jackson.
One would not have to have a personal experience ....to feel the horror of this man going free.
Free Republic is a great forum to get 'up to the minute' information and news.
But those who post are anonymous....and therefore maybe a little more free in their opinions or arguments.
Being 14 is a wonderful age!!!...Lots of exciting life living.. ahead of you.
Probably you would not want to spend too much time here....Most of us are seasoned oldsters :))
But its a great place to do research and collect date...
...there are folks here who are dedicated to research & truth finding.
There is a vast array of interesting, intelligent and articulate professionals who post on this forum....from every career you can imagine.
But sometimes themes and responses might be more adult than a 14 yr.old needs....and that's no offense to you.
I'm not sure how you found us....but I like the way you think...and express yourself... and wish you well.
Disclaimer: Opinions posted on Free Republic are those of the individual posters and do not necessarily represent the opinion of Free Republic or its management. All materials posted herein are protected by copyright law and the exemption for fair use of copyrighted works.