What party did John Pastore belong to?

John Pastore was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Pastore served in the U.S. Senate from December 19, 1950 to December 28, 1976, representing Rhode Island.

When did John Pastore die?

John Pastore died on July 15, 2000.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Pastore

Former U.S. Senator for Rhode Island

Biography

John Pastore (died 2000) was an American politician who represented Rhode Island in the United States Senate from December 1950 to December 1976, during the 81st–94th Congresses. Pastore served as a Democrat. Pastore died on July 15, 2000.

Key Information

Full Name: John Orlando Pastore
Died: July 15, 2000
Term Started: December 19, 1950
Term Ended: December 28, 1976

Service History

Dec 19, 1950 – Dec 28, 1976 81st–94th Congresses Democrat Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island

Jack Reed

Democrat
Sheldon Whitehouse

Democrat

Served With

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

Theodore Green (RI) 1950–1961
Claiborne Pell (RI) 1961–1976