In June 2011, Tom Petty issued a cease and desist letter to Rep. Michele Bachmann for using his song “American Girl” during the announcement of her presidential campaign. Petty wanted to make it clear that he does not support Bachmann’s candidacy.
Fight Songs: Eleven Great Musician-Politician Campaign Feuds
Tom Petty vs. Michele Bachmann
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- Tom Petty vs. Michele Bachmann
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- David Byrne vs. Charlie Crist
- Heart vs. Sarah Palin
- Jackson Browne vs. John McCain
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- Tom Petty vs. George W. Bush
- Bruce Springsteen vs. Ronald Reagan