Charlie Crist Official Apology to David Byrne for Copyright Infringement

[swag]

Run time: 01:37 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s4k13LmlcUE   Posted on YouTube: April 11, 2011 By YouTube Member: Law12345100 Views on YouTube: 2447   Posted on DU: April 12, 2011 By DU Member: swag Views on DU: 1296

 
Gawker's John Cook: "David Byrne Brilliantly and Gratuitously Humiliates Charlie Crist in Copyright Lawsuit

American (sic) genius David Byrne recently settled his copyright complaint against former Florida Gov. Charlie Crist, who used a Talking Heads song without permission in his U.S. Senate campaign, by making Crist film this 90-second abject apology and post it to YouTube."

[provis99]

1. David Byrne isn't an American. He's Scottish.

[swag]

2. Good point.

[Dyedinthewoolliberal]

5. Well yes,

but Wikipedia (if its accurate) points out his family moved to the States when he was about 9............ so he's sorta American :bounce:

[nosmokes]

3. Brilliant!

[raouldukelives]

4. Great!

:D

[peace frog]

6. Shucks,,,,

I would so take Charlie Crist back as Florida governor in a heartbeat, if it meant Rick Scott would never again run for elected office in my beleaguered state. :cry:

[monmouth]

7. God knows that's the truth. He'd win in a landslide if he ever ran again...n/t

[juxtaposed]

9. I do so agree!! now!!!

[Zambero]

8. Once in a Lifetime

The only time you're ever likely to see a Republican, former or otherwise, apologozing for this type of copyright infringement. As for unapologetic guilty parties Reagan, Bush-Cheney, McCain-Palin et al, same as it ever was....

And yes, there are more than a few Floridians these days who would be more than happy to give Charlie another shot.

[kooth]

10. Charlie Crist

Now this is a great example of someone who takes responsibility for his actions. Mr. Christ probably didn't choose this song, but rather someone on his campaign staff. However, it is very refreshing to see any politician, let alone a Republican, admit his mistake and apologize!

I voted for Mr. Crist; however, it wasn't enough. Thanks for sharing this video, and thanks to Charlie Crist!

Sincerely,

Keith E. Cooper

Tampa, FL