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"Pearl Jam's 30-Year-Old Plea to Clinton Against Ticketmaster"

Thirty years ago, Pearl Jam asked President Bill Clinton to help them fight Ticketmaster's monopolistic practices, a battle that continues today with the Department of Justice's recent lawsuit against Live Nation, Ticketmaster's parent company. Despite their efforts, including testifying before Congress and boycotting Ticketmaster venues, the band's attempts to circumvent the ticketing giant were largely unsuccessful. Pearl Jam's ongoing struggle highlights the enduring issues of monopolies and high ticket prices in the entertainment industry.