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: Repeatedly objected to the use of "You Can't Always Get What You Want" and "Start Me Up" at rallies, eventually threatening legal action through BMI to exclude their songs from blanket licenses.

The petition highlighted several risks and moral issues associated with current campaign practices: Aerosmith, Rolling Stones Members Demand Campai...

: unauthorized use may violate federal and state copyright and trademark laws , as well as "rights of publicity". : Repeatedly objected to the use of "You

: The letter was sent to the Republican and Democratic National Committees (RNC and DNC), as well as their respective senatorial and congressional campaign committees. : The artists claimed this practice "undermines the

: The artists claimed this practice "undermines the campaign process" and "distorts elections" by confusing the voting public about where artists actually stand.

This 2020 initiative followed years of individual protests against unauthorized use, particularly during Donald Trump's campaigns.

: They urged political parties to make financial and logistical support for candidates contingent on a pledge to seek proper song clearance. Historical Context