What party did Lawton Chiles, Jr. belong to?

Lawton Chiles, Jr. was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Florida in the U.S. Senate.

When did Lawton Chiles, Jr. serve in the U.S. Senate?

Lawton Chiles, Jr. served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1971 to January 3, 1989, representing Florida.

When did Lawton Chiles, Jr. die?

Lawton Chiles, Jr. died on December 12, 1998.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Lawton Chiles, Jr.

Former U.S. Senator for Florida

Biography

Lawton Chiles, Jr. (died 1998) was an American politician who represented Florida in the United States Senate across 3 separate periods of service between 1971 and 1989, between the 92nd and 100th Congresses. Chiles served as a Democrat. Chiles died on December 12, 1998.

Key Information

Full Name: Lawton Mainor Chiles, Jr.
Died: December 12, 1998
Term Started: January 3, 1983
Term Ended: January 3, 1989
Senate Class: Class I

Service History

Jan 21, 1971 – Jan 4, 1977 92nd–95th Congresses Democrat Florida
Jan 4, 1977 – Jan 3, 1983 95th–97th Congresses Democrat Florida
Jan 3, 1983 – Jan 3, 1989 98th–100th Congresses Democrat Florida

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 Florida

Served With

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

Edward Gurney (FL) 1971–1975
Richard Stone (FL) 1975–1981
Paula Hawkins (FL) 1981–1987
Bob Graham (FL) 1987–1989