Roswell

In 1953, the city council of Roswell, New Mexico passed a resolution banning estraterrestrials from holding public office.

Pundits

Political commentators were first called "pundits" in the late 19th century, due to their reliance on puns to insult public figures.

Banana Republic

The clothing chain "Banana Republic" is barred from operation in several Central American countries, including Guatemala and Honduras.