Can I put OBAMA on a t-shirt and sell it?

Question

I want to print and sell a shirt with "OBAMA" on it. No photo or image, just text. Is it illegal to use his last name, does it break any copyright laws. How do I find out?

Answer 1

Hi 2424

You are using a public word Obama  and there is nothing wrong with that. You mean to tell me that i will get sued if i get cauht writing the word Obama or screaming it out. Their is no pic , no image and that can be anything.

Answer 2

According to US Copyright Law, its not illegal to just use the text of a political candidate.

You don't need a permit. Just don't use his face.

Answer 3

I think you'll need a seller's permit.  

Answer 4

Thanh G i dont think he aked who is the best presidential candidate !!! If you dont like him you shouldnt have even clicked on the answer !!!.......and yes I think you can without permission because I went to the pep rally in ft. worth and people were selling them out of cars. I dont think they had the money to get a permit !!!!!!