Franken has successfully used his national reputation to draw in donations from thousands of individuals, including a number of celebrities such as Barbra Streisand, Nora Ephron, Tom Hanks, Larry David and Jimmy Smits.
The text highlights how Franken's high profile has enabled him to garner significant financial support from various sources, including prominent celebrities like Barbra Streisand, Nora Ephron, Tom Hanks, Larry David, and Jimmy Smits.