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July 22, 2009

Jackson Browne Settles McCain Lawsuit over Unauthorized Song
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The musician Jackson Browne has settled a lawsuit with Republican
Senator John Mc Cain for using one of Browne’s songs in a campaign ad
during last year’s presidential race. The Mc Cain campaign used Browne’s
1977 song “Running on Empty” without his permission. Browne is well
known for his support of progressive causes and backed President Obama’s
run for the White House. Under the settlement, Browne says the
Republican Party has pledged not to use any musician’s work without
their permission in future campaigns.



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