Snooki Reads Mother Jones

What does the cast of Jersey Shore do when they’re not going to the gym, tanning, and doing laundry? Read Mother Jones, of course:

MTV filmed the skit to promote Power Of 12, its effort to get out the youth vote this November. Jason Rzepka, MTV’s vice-president of public affairs, told me that its producers wanted Snooki to be reading a political magazine, and their choice of Mother Jones “reflects the impact of your brand and reporting.” (It could also reflect the fact that Snooki is soon to be a mother).

Whether Mother Jones actually appeals to Snooki is less clear. Last month she told Newt Gingrich: “I’m trying to be like you,” but then, she might have just been making fun of his efforts to cash in on his celebrity. Whatever Snooki’s political affiliations, we’re happy for the endorsement. Snooki fans can sign up for a subscription here

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