We're all seeing the big picture - here are some of the finer brushstrokes of US 08

Jan 08

Teen claims Obama's catchphrase.

Feb 08

SurveyU objects to the use of its data and issues a cease and desist notice [C&D].
Singer Mellecamp reportedly requests McCain election campaign to stop using his music.
R&B singer Moore reportedly sends C&D to Obama over use of his song Hold on I'm comin'.

Mar 08

Small US entreprenuer runs foul of football team copyright over Obama T-shirts.

Brainshavings accuses Obama of attempting to manipulate racial demographics when suing Ohio Secretary of State over ballot access.

April 08

Parody artist parodies Obama poster parody - Hope to Dope, but C&D is actually issued about Andre .

May 08

Official Democratic blog goes weird over Flavor Aid.

June 08

Evangelist Farris objects to Obama's use of the title, Joshua Generation Project and reportedly issues a C&D.

Plush toy maker requested to cease making Obama 'monkey'
Songwriter and US congressman John Hall objects to McCain using his song Still the One

July 08

Republican National Congress cites 'elephant' copyright to squash T-shirts - issues C&D to CafePress.
Minnesota student reportedly tries to sell his vote on Ebay and court gives him 50 hours community service.
Disgruntled Democrats accuse Obama of wage discrimination against women.

Aug 08

Paris Hilton's family upset at McCain campaign advert. Can she sue McCain?