Armstrong's Bracelet Worn by Bush, Kerry [View All]

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http://news.yahoo.com/news?tmpl=story&u=/ap/20040802/ap_en_ce/people_armstrong_5

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AUSTIN, Texas - John Kerry (news - web sites) wears one. President Bush (news - web sites) has one, too. So do several celebrities. It's the "Live Strong" yellow wristband produced by the Lance Armstrong Foundation, the cycling superstar's cancer-fighting organization.


Since the fund-raising effort began in May, the charity has sold 7 million of the rubber wristbands for $1 each, with plans for 1.8 million more. Nike donated the first $1 million, and proceeds go toward programs for young people with cancer.


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"It's been an overwhelming experience," foundation President Mitch Stoller said Friday. "I think everybody, from average Americans to celebrities, are getting the message of courage and hope."


Foundation spokeswoman Michelle Milford said celebrities who have been sighted wearing the bands include Bono, Alec Baldwin (news), Bruce Willis, Robin Williams, Matt Damon (news) and Ben Stiller.