What party did Jeremiah Denton, Jr. belong to?

Jeremiah Denton, Jr. was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Alabama in the U.S. Senate.

When did Jeremiah Denton, Jr. serve in the U.S. Senate?

Jeremiah Denton, Jr. served in the U.S. Senate from January 2, 1981 to January 3, 1987, representing Alabama.

When did Jeremiah Denton, Jr. die?

Jeremiah Denton, Jr. died on March 28, 2014.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Jeremiah Denton, Jr.

Former U.S. Senator for Alabama

Biography

Jeremiah Denton, Jr. (died 2014) was an American politician who represented Alabama in the United States Senate from January 1981 to January 1987, during the 96th–99th Congresses. Denton served as a Republican. Denton died on March 28, 2014.

Key Information

Full Name: Jeremiah Andrew Denton, Jr.
Died: March 28, 2014
Term Started: January 2, 1981
Term Ended: January 3, 1987

Service History

Jan 2, 1981 – Jan 3, 1987 96th–99th Congresses Republican Alabama

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 Alabama

Tommy Tuberville

Republican
Katie Britt

Republican

Served With

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

Howell Heflin (AL) 1981–1987