What party did Edward Burke belong to?

Edward Burke was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Nebraska in the U.S. Senate.

When did Edward Burke serve in the U.S. Senate?

Edward Burke served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1935 to January 3, 1941, representing Nebraska.

When did Edward Burke die?

Edward Burke died on November 4, 1968.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Edward Burke

Former U.S. Senator for Nebraska

Biography

Edward Burke (died 1968) was an American politician who represented Nebraska in the United States Senate from January 1935 to January 1941, during the 74th–76th Congresses. Burke served as a Democrat. Burke died on November 4, 1968.

Key Information

Full Name: Edward Raymond Burke
Died: November 4, 1968
Term Started: January 3, 1935
Term Ended: January 3, 1941

Service History

Jan 3, 1935 – Jan 3, 1941 74th–76th Congresses Democrat Nebraska

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 Nebraska

Pete Ricketts

Republican
Deb Fischer

Republican

Served With

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

George Norris (NE) 1935–1941