Did you know that Michael Jackson was listed in 2000 in the Guinness Book of World Records as the world record holder for ''most charities supported by a pop star''?
Now, as the singer faces new allegations of child molestation, charities, schools and even cities that benefited or hoped to benefit from his largesse are reconsidering their affiliation with the ''King of Pop.''
I have a problem with ANY charity taking a stand like this. Who died and left them God? Who are they to decide that a donation should be accepted or not? That money is going to help people in need who probably could care less about Michael Jackson. In many cases these are people who need the very basics in life to survive and if Michael Jackson is good hearted enough to contribute then everyone should keep their opinions to themselves and take the money to better the lives of those it is intended for.
Look, I don't know if the guy is guilty of child molestation or not. And to be honest with you, when there is a lot of money up for grabs I believe some people would say or do anything to get their hands on some of it, including prostitute their own children. But if Michael Jackson is guilty it seems to me that the parent(s) of this child is too. Who would let their child go off somewhere with a man they really don't know, and especially when 10 years previously it was alleged that he molested another boy?
I don't think it takes a rocket scientist to figure this one out.
Regardless of the situation, charities should refrain from making any moral judgements. That's not what they get paid to do.
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