What party did Alan Cranston belong to?

Alan Cranston was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of California in the U.S. Senate.

When did Alan Cranston serve in the U.S. Senate?

Alan Cranston served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1969 to January 3, 1993, representing California.

When did Alan Cranston die?

Alan Cranston died on December 31, 2000.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Alan Cranston

Former U.S. Senator for California

Voting & trading data current through October 8, 1992.

Biography

Alan Cranston (died 2000) was an American politician who represented California in the United States Senate from January 1969 to January 1993, during the 91st–102nd Congresses. Cranston served as a Democrat. Cranston died on December 31, 2000.

Key Information

Full Name: Alan Cranston
Died: December 31, 2000
Term Started: January 3, 1969
Term Ended: January 3, 1993

Service History

Jan 3, 1969 – Jan 3, 1993 91st–102nd Congresses Democrat California

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 California

Served With

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

George Murphy (CA) 1969–1971
John Tunney (CA) 1971–1977
Samuel Hayakawa (CA) 1977–1983
Pete Wilson (CA) 1983–1991
John Seymour (CA) 1991–1992
Dianne Feinstein (CA) 1992–1993