Jennifer Garner Takes Affleck's Name, Makes Political Donation

Jennifer Garner has officially taken her hubby Ben Affleck's name and changed her name to Jennifer Affleck, according to a published report.

GARNER NOW AFFLECK

The new mom reportedly wants to be known as Jen Affleck so she can share her surname with her baby daughter Violet.

People Magazine notes that the new parents each made $500 donations to Massachusetts gubernatorial candidate Deval Patrick's campaign recently.

An item on the People web site notes that Affleck is an ardent Democratic supporter, and Garner (Jen Affleck) is apparently following in her hubby's footsteps.

Patrick's press secretary Libby DeVecchi told People:

"Jennifer Garner's donation was listed under Jennifer Affleck.  And no money yet from baby Violet, but we have three out of four Afflecks – and the baby is too young to legally give!"

Political hint for Deval Patrick - take money from the adults kiss the baby.

--Cathy Beers