Consistent with his work for liberal causes, Newman publicly supported Ned Lamont's candidacy in the 2006 Connecticut Democratic Primary against Senator Joe Lieberman, and was even rumored as a candidate himself, until Lamont emerged as a credible alternative. He donated to Chris Dodd's presidential campaign.Dodd Gets Financial Boost From Celebs, WFSB.com, April 17, 2007. Newman earlier donated money to Bill Richardson's campaign for president in 2008.
Consistent with his work for liberal causes, Newman publicly supported Ned Lamont's candidacy in the 2006 Connecticut Democratic Primary against Senator Joe Lieberman, and was even rumored as a candidate himself, until Lamont emerged as a credible alternative. He donated to Chris Dodd's presidential campaign.Dodd Gets Financial Boost From Celebs WFSB.com, April 17, 2007 Newman earlier donated money to Bill Richardson's campaign for president in 2008.