Rep. Peter King said society is ``glorifying'' a ``low-life'' while ignoring the efforts of teachers, police officers, firefighters, veterans and volunteers.
Jackson was acquitted of molesting a boy.
In the video, the congressman says the ``day in and day out'' coverage of Jackson's death is ``too politically correct.''
He conceded that Jackson ``may have been a good singer'' and ``did some dancing.''
Jackson family spokesman Ken Sunshine says the family is preparing for Jackson's funeral and will not dignify King's statement with a comment.
King is among the possible Republican contenders for the seat held by Democratic Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand.
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