Enlarge By Alex Wong, Getty Images House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, D-Calif., says she believes the proposed resolution honoring the late Michael Jackson is not necessary. Here, she addresses the media on Capitol Hill in Washington on June 26. The late Michael Jackson By Mark Mainz, Getty Images WASHINGTON (AP)  House Speaker Nancy Pelosi says she sees no need for a House resolution in praise of Michael Jackson. Pelosi, D-Calif., says Jackson was a great performer, but she thinks the resolution is unnecessary. POLITICS BLOG: Pelosi nixes measure praising Jackson She said at a news conference Thursday that lawmakers could honor Jackson in speeches in the House. But she said a resolution would open up Jackson's life to "contrary views that are not necessary at this time." Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, a Texas Democrat, has proposed the resolution in Jackson's honor. Such a resolution is a non-binding but symbolic expression from lawmakers. Copyright 2009 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed. Guidelines: You share in the USA TODAY community, so please keep your comments smart and civil. Don't attack other readers personally, and keep your language decent. Use the "Report Abuse" button to make a difference. You share in the USA TODAY community, so please keep your comments smart and civil. Don't attack other readers personally, and keep your language decent. Use the "Report Abuse" button to make a difference. Read more