What party did Elaine Edwards belong to?

Elaine Edwards was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Louisiana in the U.S. Senate.

When did Elaine Edwards serve in the U.S. Senate?

Elaine Edwards served in the U.S. Senate from August 1, 1972 to November 13, 1972, representing Louisiana.

When did Elaine Edwards die?

Elaine Edwards died on May 14, 2018.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Elaine Edwards

Former U.S. Senator for Louisiana

Biography

Elaine Edwards (died 2018) was an American politician who represented Louisiana in the United States Senate from August 1972 to November 1972, during the 92nd Congress. Edwards served as a Democrat. Edwards died on May 14, 2018.

Key Information

Full Name: Elaine Schwartzenburg Edwards
Died: May 14, 2018
Term Started: August 1, 1972
Term Ended: November 13, 1972

Service History

Aug 1, 1972 – Nov 13, 1972 92nd Congress Democrat Louisiana

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 Louisiana

Bill Cassidy

Republican
John Kennedy

Republican

Served With

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

Russell Long (LA) 1972