What party did Jesse Bright belong to?

Jesse Bright was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Indiana in the U.S. Senate.

When did Jesse Bright serve in the U.S. Senate?

Jesse Bright served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1845 to February 5, 1862, representing Indiana.

When did Jesse Bright die?

Jesse Bright died on May 20, 1875.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Jesse Bright

Former U.S. Senator for Indiana

Biography

Jesse Bright (died 1875) was an American politician who represented Indiana in the United States Senate from March 1845 to February 1862, during the 29th–37th Congresses. Bright served as a Democrat. Bright died on May 20, 1875.

Key Information

Full Name: Jesse David Bright
Died: May 20, 1875
Term Started: March 4, 1845
Term Ended: February 5, 1862

Service History

Mar 4, 1845 – Feb 5, 1862 29th–37th Congresses Democrat Indiana

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 Indiana

Served With

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

Edward Hannegan (IN) 1845–1849
James Whitcomb (IN) 1849–1852
Charles Cathcart (IN) 1852–1853
John Pettit (IN) 1853–1855
Graham Fitch (IN) 1857–1861
Henry Lane (IN) 1861–1862