What party did Paul Simon belong to?

Paul Simon was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Illinois in the U.S. Senate.

When did Paul Simon serve in the U.S. Senate?

Paul Simon served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1985 to January 3, 1997, representing Illinois.

When did Paul Simon die?

Paul Simon died on December 9, 2003.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Paul Simon

Former U.S. Senator for Illinois

Voting & trading data current through July 19, 1996.

Biography

Paul Simon (died 2003) was an American politician who represented Illinois in the United States Senate from January 1985 to January 1997, during the 99th–104th Congresses. Simon served as a Democrat. Simon died on December 9, 2003.

Key Information

Full Name: Paul Martin Simon
Died: December 9, 2003
Term Started: January 3, 1985
Term Ended: January 3, 1997

Service History

Jan 3, 1985 – Jan 3, 1997 99th–104th Congresses Democrat Illinois

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 Illinois

Served With

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

Alan Dixon (IL) 1985–1993
Carol Moseley Braun (IL) 1993–1997