Why is $ the symbol for a dollar? - Answers Hit

My fellow American... I don't have the answer to your question at this point in time my friend. But I'll tell you what the symbol for the American dollar should be. It should be my face, because by the time I'm done with my presidency I will have used all of your money, and all other tax payers money. For those that don't pay taxes... I will own you. And that's just how it works. You all owe my kind for being your servants. So pay up... I'm sorry, I got a little out of hand. But really, The symbol for the American dollar should be my face.

Sincerely,
President Obama