Historical Profile
Russell Long is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
Russell Long
Former U.S. Senator for Louisiana
Biography
Russell Long (died 2003) was an American politician who represented Louisiana in the United States Senate from December 1948 to January 1987, during the 80th–99th Congresses. Long served as a Democrat. Long died on May 9, 2003.
Key Information
- Full Name: Russell Billiu Long
- Died: May 9, 2003
- Term Started: December 31, 1948
- Term Ended: January 3, 1987
Service History
- Dec 31, 1948 – Jan 3, 1987 80th–99th Congresses Democrat Louisiana
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 Louisiana
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Long's service:
- Allen Ellender (LA) 1948–1972
- Elaine Edwards (LA) 1972
- John Johnston, Jr. (LA) 1972–1987