A New York congressman said in a YouTube video that Michael Jackson was a "pervert" a "child-ester mole" and a "pedophile."
Rep. Peter King said the community is "honor" a "low-life" while ignoring efforts by teachers, police officers, firefighters, veterans and volunteers.
Jackson was acquitted of the pier stuff a boy.
In the video, congressman says "day in and day out" coverage of Jackson's death are "too politically correct."
He conceded that Jackson "may have been a good actress and did some dancing."
King is among the potential Republican candidates for the seat held Democratic Sen. .. Kirsten Gillibrand.