So I don't carry a gun because I don't want the people of Mayberry to fear a gun. I'd rather they respect me.

Andy Griffith sues Andy Griffith. Guy in Wisconsin changed his name to "Andy Griffith" to try to win an election for Sheriff.

Actually...uh, the tv sheriff's name was Sheriff Andy Taylor. ....
Anyway--
"'For such an American icon, it's a pretty un-American thing to do to me,' said Griffith, who has about three weeks to respond to the filing."

Well, dude, I can hardly think of a more American way to deal with it.

And-- the guy lost. Pretty badly.

Way to go, Matlock! This is important!