That Jolly Old Man with the White Beard: Uncle Sam

Uncle Sam has enlisted as Santa's helper. FirstGov.gov -- the federal government's official portal -- has a link to "holiday gifts." Items include:

• American Eagle one-ounce silver coin: $27.95
  Supreme Court Historical Society rhinestone flag pin: $18.99
  Railroad songs CD from the Library of Congress: $8.95

There's also links to places to bid on surplus goods -- the Washington Post points out a moderate milage 10 year old Jeep going for $800 in a government online auction. (WaPo)