Jackson Experts: It depends on what side you're on

The bias of certain members of the media covering the Michael Jackson case is astounding. The so-called "legal experts" and reporters who should be reviewing the transcripts or observing the courtroom with objectivity can only see through their own prism. Those against the King of Pop seem to have some personal investmentment in a conviction. They watched the brilliance of the cross examination of defense attorney Tom Mesereau and called him a bully. They anguished over the "tormenting" of the mothers of the accusers, old and new. Yet, once the defense began its case, they have changed their tune, according great praise to the equally thorough (and equally devastating) cross examination by the prosecution of the mothers of those who say they were never molested. Why are one group of mothers the object of pity and another group the object of derision?

These commentators need to choose: either appreciate the skills of the advocates and discuss trial techniques objectively -- or-- just admit your bias so the public does not think you are telling "the truth" when you are giving an opinion grounded in your desire for societal vengence.