What party did John Stennis belong to?

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

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

John Stennis served in the U.S. Senate from November 5, 1947 to January 3, 1989, representing Mississippi.

When did John Stennis die?

John Stennis died on April 12, 1995.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Stennis

Former U.S. Senator for Mississippi

Biography

John Stennis (died 1995) was an American politician who represented Mississippi in the United States Senate from November 1947 to January 1989, during the 80th–100th Congresses. Stennis served as a Democrat. Stennis died on April 12, 1995.

Key Information

Full Name: John Cornelius Stennis
Died: April 12, 1995
Term Started: November 5, 1947
Term Ended: January 3, 1989

Service History

Nov 5, 1947 – Jan 3, 1989 80th–100th Congresses Democrat Mississippi

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 Mississippi

Cindy Hyde-Smith

Republican
Roger Wicker

Republican

Served With

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

James Eastland (MS) 1947–1978
William Cochran (MS) 1978–1989