What party did Richard Coke belong to?

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

When did Richard Coke serve in the U.S. Senate?

Richard Coke served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1877 to March 3, 1895, representing Texas.

When did Richard Coke die?

Richard Coke died on May 14, 1897.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Richard Coke

Former U.S. Senator for Texas

Biography

Richard Coke (died 1897) was an American politician who represented Texas in the United States Senate from March 1877 to March 1895, during the 45th–53rd Congresses. Coke served as a Democrat. Coke died on May 14, 1897.

Key Information

Full Name: Richard Coke
Died: May 14, 1897
Term Started: March 4, 1877
Term Ended: March 3, 1895

Service History

Mar 4, 1877 – Mar 3, 1895 45th–53rd 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

John Cornyn

Republican
Ted Cruz

Republican

Served With

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

Samuel Maxey (TX) 1877–1887
John Reagan (TX) 1887–1891
Horace Chilton (TX) 1891–1892
Roger Mills (TX) 1892–1895