What party did Benjamin Smith, II belong to?

Benjamin Smith, II was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate.

When did Benjamin Smith, II serve in the U.S. Senate?

Benjamin Smith, II served in the U.S. Senate from December 27, 1960 to November 6, 1962, representing Massachusetts.

When did Benjamin Smith, II die?

Benjamin Smith, II died on September 26, 1991.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Benjamin Smith, II

Former U.S. Senator for Massachusetts

Biography

Benjamin Smith, II (died 1991) was an American politician who represented Massachusetts in the United States Senate from December 1960 to November 1962, during the 86th–87th Congresses. Smith served as a Democrat. Smith died on September 26, 1991.

Key Information

Full Name: Benjamin A. Smith, II
Died: September 26, 1991
Term Started: December 27, 1960
Term Ended: November 6, 1962

Service History

Dec 27, 1960 – Nov 6, 1962 86th–87th Congresses Democrat Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts

Ed Markey

Democrat
Elizabeth Warren

Democrat

Served With

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

Leverett Saltonstall (MA) 1960–1962