What party did Benjamin Harding belong to?

Benjamin Harding was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Oregon in the U.S. Senate.

When did Benjamin Harding serve in the U.S. Senate?

Benjamin Harding served in the U.S. Senate from September 12, 1862 to March 3, 1865, representing Oregon.

When did Benjamin Harding die?

Benjamin Harding died on June 16, 1899.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Benjamin Harding

Former U.S. Senator for Oregon

Biography

Benjamin Harding (died 1899) was an American politician who represented Oregon in the United States Senate from September 1862 to March 1865, during the 37th–38th Congresses. Harding served as a Democrat. Harding died on June 16, 1899.

Key Information

Full Name: Benjamin Franklin Harding
Died: June 16, 1899
Term Started: September 12, 1862
Term Ended: March 3, 1865

Service History

Sep 12, 1862 – Mar 3, 1865 37th–38th Congresses Democrat Oregon

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 Oregon

Jeff Merkley

Democrat
Ron Wyden

Democrat

Served With

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

James Nesmith (OR) 1862–1865