What party did James Pearson belong to?

James Pearson was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Kansas in the U.S. Senate.

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

James Pearson served in the U.S. Senate from January 31, 1962 to December 23, 1978, representing Kansas.

When did James Pearson die?

James Pearson died on January 13, 2009.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

James Pearson

Former U.S. Senator for Kansas

Biography

James Pearson (died 2009) was an American politician who represented Kansas in the United States Senate from January 1962 to December 1978, during the 87th–95th Congresses. Pearson served as a Republican. Pearson died on January 13, 2009.

Key Information

Full Name: James Blackwood Pearson
Died: January 13, 2009
Term Started: January 31, 1962
Term Ended: December 23, 1978

Service History

Jan 31, 1962 – Dec 23, 1978 87th–95th Congresses Republican Kansas

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 Kansas

Roger Marshall

Republican
Jerry Moran

Republican

Served With

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

Frank Carlson (KS) 1962–1969
Robert Dole (KS) 1969–1978