What party did James Bailey belong to?

James Bailey was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Tennessee in the U.S. Senate.

When did James Bailey serve in the U.S. Senate?

James Bailey served in the U.S. Senate from January 19, 1877 to March 3, 1881, representing Tennessee.

When did James Bailey die?

James Bailey died on December 29, 1885.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

James Bailey

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Biography

James Bailey (died 1885) was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from October 1877 to March 1881, during the 45th–46th Congresses. Bailey served as a Democrat. Bailey died on December 29, 1885.

Key Information

Full Name: James Edmund Bailey
Died: December 29, 1885
Term Started: October 15, 1877
Term Ended: March 3, 1881
Senate Class: Class I

Service History

Oct 15, 1877 – Mar 3, 1881 45th–46th Congresses Democrat Tennessee

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 Tennessee

Bill Hagerty

Republican
Marsha Blackburn

Republican

Served With

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

Isham Harris (TN) 1877–1881