What party did Ernest Gruening belong to?

Ernest Gruening was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Alaska in the U.S. Senate.

When did Ernest Gruening serve in the U.S. Senate?

Ernest Gruening served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1959 to January 3, 1969, representing Alaska.

When did Ernest Gruening die?

Ernest Gruening died on June 26, 1974.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Ernest Gruening

Former U.S. Senator for Alaska

Biography

Ernest Gruening (died 1974) was an American politician who represented Alaska in the United States Senate from January 1959 to January 1969, during the 86th–90th Congresses. Gruening served as a Democrat. Gruening died on June 26, 1974.

Key Information

Full Name: Ernest Henry Gruening
Died: June 26, 1974
Term Started: January 3, 1959
Term Ended: January 3, 1969

Service History

Jan 3, 1959 – Jan 3, 1969 86th–90th Congresses Democrat Alaska

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 Alaska

Lisa Murkowski

Republican
Dan Sullivan

Republican

Served With

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

Bob Bartlett (AK) 1959–1968
Ted Stevens (AK) 1968–1969