What party did John Kennedy belong to?

John Kennedy was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Massachusetts in the U.S. Senate.

When did John Kennedy serve in the U.S. Senate?

John Kennedy served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1953 to December 22, 1960, representing Massachusetts.

When did John Kennedy die?

John Kennedy died on November 22, 1963.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Kennedy

Former U.S. Senator for Massachusetts

Biography

John Kennedy (died 1963) was an American politician who represented Massachusetts in the United States Senate from January 1953 to December 1960, during the 83rd–86th Congresses. Kennedy served as a Democrat. Kennedy died on November 22, 1963.

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Key Information

Full Name: John Fitzgerald Kennedy
Died: November 22, 1963
Term Started: January 3, 1953
Term Ended: December 22, 1960

Service History

Jan 3, 1953 – Dec 22, 1960 83rd–86th Congresses Democrat Massachusetts

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 Massachusetts

Served With

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

Leverett Saltonstall (MA) 1953–1960