Streetwise Streetwise (June 17, 2005)

What do you think of the Michael Jackson verdict? Asked at the Del Prado Cabana Club..

Terry Beatty
Via San Blas
It appears they went to trial with only circumstantial evidence and he had a great attorney. It cost us taxpayers a lot.

Renee Huber
Via Quito
I am amazed at how he could have been acquitted on all of the counts. I'll admit I have been swayed by the media, but I don't know how he got off on everything, including the alcohol charges.

Lisa Cole
Black Avenue
I'm surprised. However, I do think the celebrity input had an impact on the verdict. I think the jurors took their job seriously.

Joan Strom
Castledown Road.
Yes, I was surprised at the verdict. I was expecting guilty verdicts. I was surprised that he was "Not Guilty" on all counts. They were playing his songs on all the radio stations after the verdict was announced. I think he'll lay low for awhile.

Gary Bardakos
Hansen Drive
I think, considering the circumstances, the jury did what they had to do. I think he'll be under the microscope from here on out and his lifestyle is going to need to change. :-Compiled by Sandy Christman

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