I'm still trying to process how MTV changed the 2008 VMA's to be a Britneyfest all the way around. It's bizarre. Why is MTV suddenly BritneyTV? Isn't she about about 3 years late?

I agree. It's almost like MTV is trying to save her, and boost her self-esteem. But, why??? She's just another performer like everyone else in her category.

I think it's because nobody since Britney -regardless of popularity or hits- has generated so much public fascination which typically translates to $$$$$.
Britney could sell anything and to a very wide audience - from pre-teens to perverts, and MTV wants its cash cow back.
And I'll admit that I'm rootin' for that long-awaited Britney comeback that will knock our socks off. But this too-soon return to music feels almost phony, like MTV commissioned Disney to make a Britney doll that looks and acts just like the Britney of the plaid skirt days.
For her sake, I hope she's into it and ready, but if I see smoke coming out of her ears during a performance, I think I'd feel more relieved than surprised.