What party did James Sasser belong to?

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

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

James Sasser served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1977 to January 3, 1995, representing Tennessee.

When did James Sasser die?

James Sasser died on September 10, 2024.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

James Sasser

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Voting & trading data current through December 1, 1994.

Biography

James Sasser (died 2024) was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from January 1977 to January 1995, during the 95th–103rd Congresses. Sasser served as a Democrat. Sasser died on September 10, 2024.

Key Information

Full Name: James Ralph Sasser
Died: September 10, 2024
Term Started: January 3, 1977
Term Ended: January 3, 1995

Service History

Jan 3, 1977 – Jan 3, 1995 95th–103rd 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

Served With

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

Howard Baker, Jr. (TN) 1977–1985
Albert Gore, Jr. (TN) 1985–1993
Harlan Mathews (TN) 1993–1994
Fred Thompson (TN) 1994–1995