What party did Ralph Yarborough belong to?

Ralph Yarborough was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Texas in the U.S. Senate.

When did Ralph Yarborough serve in the U.S. Senate?

Ralph Yarborough served in the U.S. Senate from April 29, 1957 to January 3, 1971, representing Texas.

When did Ralph Yarborough die?

Ralph Yarborough died on January 27, 1996.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Ralph Yarborough

Former U.S. Senator for Texas

Biography

Ralph Yarborough (died 1996) was an American politician who represented Texas in the United States Senate from April 1957 to January 1971, during the 85th–91st Congresses. Yarborough served as a Democrat. Yarborough died on January 27, 1996.

Key Information

Full Name: Ralph Webster Yarborough
Died: January 27, 1996
Term Started: April 29, 1957
Term Ended: January 3, 1971

Service History

Apr 29, 1957 – Jan 3, 1971 85th–91st Congresses Democrat Texas

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 Texas

Served With

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

Lyndon Johnson (TX) 1957–1961
William Blakley (TX) 1961
John Tower (TX) 1961–1971