What party did Claiborne Pell belong to?

Claiborne Pell was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate.

When did Claiborne Pell serve in the U.S. Senate?

Claiborne Pell served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1961 to January 3, 1997, representing Rhode Island.

When did Claiborne Pell die?

Claiborne Pell died on January 1, 2009.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Claiborne Pell

Former U.S. Senator for Rhode Island

Voting & trading data current through July 31, 1996.

Biography

Claiborne Pell (died 2009) was an American politician who represented Rhode Island in the United States Senate from January 1961 to January 1997, during the 87th–104th Congresses. Pell served as a Democrat. Pell died on January 1, 2009.

Key Information

Full Name: Claiborne de Borda Pell
Died: January 1, 2009
Term Started: January 3, 1961
Term Ended: January 3, 1997

Service History

Jan 3, 1961 – Jan 3, 1997 87th–104th Congresses Democrat Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island

Served With

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

John Pastore (RI) 1961–1976
John Chafee (RI) 1976–1997