What party did Harrison Williams, Jr. belong to?

Harrison Williams, Jr. was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of New Jersey in the U.S. Senate.

When did Harrison Williams, Jr. serve in the U.S. Senate?

Harrison Williams, Jr. served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1959 to March 11, 1982, representing New Jersey.

When did Harrison Williams, Jr. die?

Harrison Williams, Jr. died on November 17, 2001.

Historical Profile

Harrison Williams, Jr. is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Democrat Inactive

Harrison Williams, Jr.

Former U.S. Senator for New Jersey

Biography

Harrison Williams, Jr. (died 2001) was an American politician who represented New Jersey in the United States Senate from January 1959 to March 1982, during the 86th–97th Congresses. Williams served as a Democrat. Williams died on November 17, 2001.

Key Information

Full Name: Harrison Arlington Williams, Jr.
Died: November 17, 2001
Term Started: January 3, 1959
Term Ended: March 11, 1982

Service History

Jan 3, 1959 – Mar 11, 1982 86th–97th Congresses Democrat New Jersey

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 New Jersey

Served With

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

Clifford Case (NJ) 1959–1979
Bill Bradley (NJ) 1979–1982