Francis Scott Key Estate Sends Cease-And-Desist To Trump For Playing ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ At Rally

[Crepitus]

Threatening significant legal consequences if the campaign failed to heed its warnings, the Francis Scott Key estate sent a cease-and-desist letter to Donald Trump on Friday that demanded he discontinue use of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at his rallies. “This unauthorized political usage is in clear violation of what Francis stood for and everything his song means,” wrote Kara Winstone-Key, great-great-great-great-great-great granddaughter of the lyricist, poet, and lawyer, casting doubt on whether the former president even knew the meaning of broad stripes and bright stars gallantly waving o’er ramparts. “We’re asking Mr. Trump’s campaign to immediately halt this inappropriate use of our ancestor’s masterwork. Frankly, we did not grant Ms. Harris license to use this song either, nor has the White House ever reached out to broker a deal that would sanction its lengthy history of using ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ to suit its own purposes. This is our final request. If Mr. Trump does not take immediate action, we will see him in court.” The estate went on to warn that it had already been awarded millions from MLB for the sports league’s centuries-long exploitation of the anthem.


This is, of course, satire but the best satire always has a grain of truth to it.

Francis Scott Key Estate Sends Cease-And-Desist To Trump For Playing ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ At Rally

BALTIMORE—Threatening significant legal consequences if the campaign failed to heed its warnings, the Francis Scott Key estate sent a cease-and-desist letter to Donald Trump on Friday that demanded he discontinue use of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at his rallies. “This unauthorized political...

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[SassyIrishLass]

Really dumb

 

[Crepitus]

Really dumb

that shit is hilarious.

 

[SassyIrishLass]

that shit is hilarious.

For small minds I suppose

 

[Crepitus]

For small minds I suppose

Small minds and up.

Those with none will not see the humor.

 

[SassyIrishLass]

Small minds and up.

Those with none will not see the humor.

I suppose. Pull your panties up and carry on

 

[Freedomisneverfree]

that shit is hilarious.

that shit is hilarious.

You shitting your pants would be hilarious...

 

[rightwinger]

I don’t think anyone who attacked our Capitol should be allowed to play the Star Spangled Banner

 

[Crepitus]

I suppose. Pull your panties up and carry on

 

[Crepitus]

You shitting your pants would be hilarious...

Sounds like you have some experience there.


Does it happen often?

For real I mean, you and many other tRumplings metaphorically shit your pants here all the time.

 

[Crepitus]

I don’t think anyone who attacked our Capitol should be allowed to play the Star Spangled Banner

I agree whole heartedly.

 

[Lastamender]

I don’t think anyone who attacked our Capitol should be allowed to play the Star Spangled Banner

I don't think anyone who perpetuates lies should post.

 

[SassyIrishLass]

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I see your shiny tin foil point, asshole

 

[Crepitus]

I see your shiny tin foil point, asshole

Don't lie, kid.

 

[The Duke]

I don’t think anyone who attacked our Capitol should be allowed to play the Star Spangled Banner

So Canadians/All those under the queen's realm at that time?

 

[The Duke]

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Nah, it's right on the top of your head.

 

[Carl in Michigan]

Since the song was declared the national anthem of the United States, the copyright became public domain to all U.S. citizens and enterprises.

Does Playing the National Anthem at an Event Require Permission?

The answer to that question ‘can be complicated.’ But a response on PCMA’s Catalyst forum sheds light on the rights that need to be considered.

www.pcma.org

 

[Crepitus]

Nah, it's right on the top of your head.

See? I told you I was sharp.

 

[Crepitus]

So Canadians/All those under the queen's realm at that time?

Why would they anyway?

 

[Fort Fun Indiana]

Really dumb

Cultist convulsions. Reflexive.