What party did Absalom Robertson belong to?

Absalom Robertson was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Virginia in the U.S. Senate.

When did Absalom Robertson serve in the U.S. Senate?

Absalom Robertson served in the U.S. Senate from November 6, 1946 to December 30, 1966, representing Virginia.

When did Absalom Robertson die?

Absalom Robertson died on November 1, 1971.

Historical Profile

Absalom Robertson is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Democrat Inactive

Absalom Robertson

Former U.S. Senator for Virginia

Biography

Absalom Robertson (died 1971) was an American politician who represented Virginia in the United States Senate from November 1946 to December 1966, during the 79th–89th Congresses. Robertson served as a Democrat. Robertson died on November 1, 1971.

Key Information

Full Name: Absalom Willis Robertson
Died: November 1, 1971
Term Started: January 3, 1961
Term Ended: December 30, 1966
Senate Class: Class II

Service History

Nov 6, 1946 – Jan 3, 1949 79th–80th Congresses Democrat Virginia
Jan 3, 1949 – Jan 5, 1955 81st–84th Congresses Democrat Virginia
Jan 5, 1955 – Jan 3, 1961 84th–86th Congresses Democrat Virginia
Jan 3, 1961 – Dec 30, 1966 87th–89th Congresses Democrat Virginia

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Virginia

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Robertson's service:

Harry Byrd (VA) 1946–1965
Harry Byrd, Jr. (VA) 1965–1966