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04/30/2004 Entry: "So good to see Ah-nuld is tending to the state's business..."
I can hear it now ; 'Scrooooo ze deficit! Get rid of dat bobbleheadt!'
Arnold Schwarzenegger is threatening to sue an Ohio company that is selling a bobblehead doll featuring the name and likeness of the California governor. In a blistering letter sent yesterday to the Ohio Discount Merchandise company, lawyer Martin Singer contended that Schwarzenegger was entitled to "substantial damages" for the "unauthorized commercial exploitation" of the Republican pol's image on the $19.99 doll. With the exception of movie promotion, Singer noted that Schwarzenegger does not permit the use of his likeness on commercial products in the United States.
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He can go all "Terminator" on them if he wants to, but unless I'm very much mistaken he's going to lose this one. Since he's now a "public figure" within the meaning of the applicable law, I believe he's fair game. I further predict that the company making them will have no trouble paying for any legal maneuvers they may have to engage in. They should be able to sell out the whole production run to those Californians who want nothing more than to rip Ah-nold's head off and flush it down the loo.
Posted by Michael @ 04/30/2004 07:18 PM NY
Welcome to public service, Mr. Schwarzenegger. Maybe this is why so many Hollywood figures shun the political spotlight of holding public office. You had better get accustomed to being the subject of ridicule, for two main reasons: your ridiculous accent and because former California governor Pete Wilson is calling all your shots. Grow a set of cojones and add some humility to your life.
Posted by Katherine Black @ 05/01/2004 06:40 PM NY
A bobble head. How perfect! Does it come stuffed with walnuts?
Posted by George Johnston @ 05/02/2004 03:08 PM NY
