Tom Petty takes on Bachmann over "American Girl"


GOOD FOR TOM PETTY!!

NEW YORK (Hollywood Reporter) - It's not even 2012 yet but election season is in full bloom.
And with it comes a new political ritual: First, a Republican candidate attempts to score cultural points by choosing a popular song for a political commercial or a rally. Next, a musician complains about such unauthorized use. Finally, politician says, "Sorry!"

Up first in the 2012 war is a developing dispute between singer-songwriter Tom Petty and Michele Bachmann. On Monday, Bachmann officially announced her candidacy for U.S. president. She left the stage as Petty's "American Girl" blared over the loudspeaker. Uh-oh.

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