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Celebrities Donate Big In CA Senate Race: Schiff, Lee, And Porter Receive Generous Support
Published: March 6, 2024
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Hollywood’s elite have once again opened their wallets this election season, generously donating to the campaigns of several Democrats competing for a highly sought-after U.S. Senate seat.
Key Takeaway
Celebrities in Hollywood have thrown their support behind Democratic candidates Adam Schiff, Barbara Lee, and Katie Porter in the race for a U.S. Senate seat, making significant financial contributions and leveraging their influence through social media and other means.
Adam Schiff’s Backers
- Robin Dearden ($6600)
- Herb Alpert (at least $3,300)
- Barbra Streisand ($1500)
- Holland Taylor ($1,000)
- George Takei ($750)
- Lily Tomlin ($350)
- Jackson Browne ($400)
- Joan Jett ($275)
- Diane Lane ($235)
Barbara Lee’s Supporters
- Ben Affleck (at least $6,600)
- Violet Affleck ($3,050)
- Jackson Browne (at least $3,300)
- Graham Nash ($2,500)
- Kal Penn ($500)
Katie Porter’s Contributors
- Graham Nash ($3,300)
- Bonnie Raitt ($2,000)
- Susan Sarandon ($500)
- George Takei ($500)
It’s worth noting that some celebrities supported multiple candidates, with George Takei donating to both Porter and Schiff, and Graham Nash contributing to both Porter and Lee. Additionally, Jackson Browne made sure to contribute to both Schiff and Lee’s campaigns.
Some celebrities have gone beyond financial contributions, with John Legend publicly endorsing Lee and Joseph Gordon-Levitt narrating an ad for Schiff. It’s clear that entertainers will continue to wield their influence, both financially and otherwise, throughout the extended election season.
