The Killer Has Died

I can understand why many are conflicted here. Separating "the person" from their cultural contribution is not an easy task. We never feel quite right about being complicit about bad behaviors, regardless of an overwhelming number of positives related to the person.

When the name "Michael Jackson" comes up, my first thought is the evening I saw him perform the Moonwalk on live television. Wow!!! He loved children a little more than he should have, and history will always add this footnote to his resume. I appreciate the incredible talent, inspite of his indiscretions. Does this make me a bad person?

Judge not lest you shall be judged.  I read that somewhere.

On the way home last night I put in Live at the Star Club and turned it up in his honor.  He was a true original and the last of the Million Dollar quartet; he may have been the last living link to that time and place.  For those who are interested, the Rick Bragg biography is highly recommended.

Agree about the Rick Bragg book being wonderful