In Fed We Trust

2006_06_arts_infedwetrust.jpgIn one of the more odd press releases we have received this week, we learn that Sir Richard Branson and Kevin Federline will be teaming up to "save the U.S. penny from annihilation". Yes, the two unite with Common Cents Policy Director Matthew Eggers to put emphasis on the value of a penny (that K-Fed really is simple isn't he), in the face of its possible legislative elimination.

Virgin Mobile reps will be gathering signatures for the “Save the Penny” petition (to be presented to lawmakers), while collecting pennies for charity (The RE*Generation, a charitable movement dedicated to connecting young people with organizations working on the front lines of activism). Of course, Branson will also be making a pretty penny by introducing his new Virgin Mobile Penny Texting plan, which offers 1,000 text messages for just $9.99 per month. And we're guessing K-Fed is in it to promote his new album.

Come throw pennies at Mr. Spears tomorrow, 1:30pm in Times Square.

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Cletus is at it again.

PopoZão

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I am beginning to feel a bit of pity for the man, maybe he's collecting pennies just in case Britney finally kicks him out of her house...

We live in such a Bizarre world.

Great Picture...

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vin:

Was thinking the same thing. Maybe those are the only coins Federline saves.

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i hate pennies and I hate K-Fed, so it only makes sense that this poor stupid SOB would be trying to save garbage.

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I say we round up or down to the nearest dollar. Screw this pocket change business!

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I don't understand pennies. It should be rounded up to the nearest 5 or 10 cents like they do in Scandinavian countries (nearest 25 oere)

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I propose a real K-Fed commemorative penny for his contributions to society. He has as much right to be on the penny as Honest Abe!

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Am I the only one wonderng if K-Fed will pay a visit to THE Fed?

Sorry, I had to.

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