Jackson Browne
Video - Digital tour of Jackson Browne's legal response to John McCain's campaign using "Running on Empty" without permission.
Videography by Jeremy Lamberton.
Letter – Cease and Desist Letter from Lawrence Y. Iser, attorney for Jackson Browne to John McCain and the Republication National Committee for Copyright Infringement of “Running On Empty,” Aug. 5, 2008.
Courtesy of Jackson Browne.
Court Filing- Jackson Browne vs. John McCain, Republication National Committee, and Ohio Republican Party for copyright infringement in the use of “Running On Empty” for a campaign ad, Aug. 14, 2008.
Courtesy of Jackson Browne.
As noted on these official complaints, Jackson Browne consistently aligns himself with progressive politics, peace initiatives, and environmental issues. Based on his beliefs, Browne confronts politicians who use his work without authorization for campaigns and initiatives that he does not support.
The items featured are legal documents that were filed against presidential candidate Senator John McCain and the Republican Party for use of Jackson Browne's song "Running on Empty" in a 2008 campaign ad.
Video - Official music video for "Running on Empty" by Jackson Browne.
Courtesy of Jackson Browne.