New Resolution to Honor Michael Jackson Creates Debate Among Representatives

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Story Created: Jul 8, 2009 at 3:41 PM CST

Story Updated: Jul 8, 2009 at 5:43 PM CST

United States lawmakers might soon debate a resolution honoring the late Michael Jackson.

"We have introduced into the House of Representatives this Resolution 600 that will be debated on the floor of the house that claims Michael Jackson as an American legend, musical icon, a world humanitarian; someone who will be honored forever and forever and forever and forever and forever." said Texas Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D).

The bill is already facing opposition. Republican Rep. Peter King of New York posted a video on YouTube criticizing Jackson, calling him a pedophile. King vowed to do whatever he must to oppose the resolution.

The rant has upset many, because Jackson was aquitted of all charges. During Representative Sheila Jackson Lee's memorial speech, she was quick to remind the people that citizens are innocent until proven otherwise, and that is what the constitution stands for.

If King does oppose the Texas Democrats Resolution, it will require a two-thirds majority vote.

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