What party did Gaylord Nelson belong to?

Gaylord Nelson was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Wisconsin in the U.S. Senate.

When did Gaylord Nelson serve in the U.S. Senate?

Gaylord Nelson served in the U.S. Senate from January 8, 1963 to January 3, 1981, representing Wisconsin.

When did Gaylord Nelson die?

Gaylord Nelson died on July 3, 2005.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Gaylord Nelson

Former U.S. Senator for Wisconsin

Biography

Gaylord Nelson (died 2005) was an American politician who represented Wisconsin in the United States Senate from January 1963 to January 1981, during the 88th–96th Congresses. Nelson served as a Democrat. Nelson died on July 3, 2005.

Key Information

Full Name: Gaylord Anton Nelson
Died: July 3, 2005
Term Started: January 14, 1975
Term Ended: January 3, 1981
Senate Class: Class III

Service History

Jan 9, 1963 – Jan 3, 1969 88th–90th Congresses Democrat Wisconsin
Jan 3, 1969 – Jan 14, 1975 91st–94th Congresses Democrat Wisconsin
Jan 14, 1975 – Jan 3, 1981 94th–96th Congresses Democrat Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin

Served With

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

William Proxmire (WI) 1963–1981