Dixie Chicks - Still No Forgiveness
It's been four years since Dixie Chicks lead vocalist Natalie Maines criticized President Bush, but apparently those Southern gals can still make Republicans mad.
At a hearing Tuesday to examine the performance royalty system that allows broadcast radio to air songs without compensating the singers, Florida Republican Rep. Ric Keller said he objects to paying increased rates for political advertising on his local station "to make sure the Dixie Chicks have higher profits."
Rep. Howard Berman, D-Van Nuys, who was leading the hearing, tried to tame his GOP counterpart's fears.
"If it's any consolation, Mr. Keller, it's my guess that the radio stations you will be advertising on are probably boycotting the Dixie Chicks,'' Berman said.
"I hope so," Keller replied, though his words were largely drowned out by laughter.
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oh frickin well if the dixie chicks dont like president bush!!!!! what ever happened to freedom of speech? I dont even like him. in fact, everyone i know wants to slap him across the face!! The dixie chicks dont get enough credit asit is for how wonderful and talented they are. So why dont you go stick your nose in your own buissness!!!! It could save you a heck of a lots more trouble. Belive me! P.S. rick orlov, you can go ---- yourself!