I think he's just anti-war. Manilow gave money to Paul simply because Paul's anti-war stance, not necessarily his libertarian view.
BTW, Manilow canceled his "...due to philosophical differences with Elisabeth Hasselbeck." She's the token conservative in the program and was 'mean' to Ms. Mean Rossie O'Donnel, Manilow's close friend.
Oops... BTW, Manilow canceled his appearance in the View...
Oops... BTW, Manilow canceled his appearance in the View...