What party did Arlen Specter belong to?

Arlen Specter was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Pennsylvania in the U.S. Senate.

When did Arlen Specter serve in the U.S. Senate?

Arlen Specter served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1981 to January 3, 2011, representing Pennsylvania.

When did Arlen Specter die?

Arlen Specter died on October 14, 2012.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Arlen Specter

Former U.S. Senator for Pennsylvania

Voting & trading data current through February 25, 1997.

Biography

Arlen Specter (died 2012) was an American politician who represented Pennsylvania in the United States Senate from January 1981 to January 2011, during the 97th–111th Congresses. Specter served as a Democrat. Specter died on October 14, 2012.

Key Information

Full Name: Arlen Specter
Died: October 14, 2012
Term Started: January 3, 1981
Term Ended: January 3, 2011

Service History

Jan 3, 1981 – Jan 3, 2011 97th–111th Congresses Democrat Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania

Served With

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

Henry Heinz, III (PA) 1981–1991
Harris Wofford (PA) 1991–1995
Rick Santorum (PA) 1995–2007