What party did Samuel Ervin, Jr. belong to?

Samuel Ervin, Jr. was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of North Carolina in the U.S. Senate.

When did Samuel Ervin, Jr. serve in the U.S. Senate?

Samuel Ervin, Jr. served in the U.S. Senate from June 5, 1954 to December 31, 1974, representing North Carolina.

When did Samuel Ervin, Jr. die?

Samuel Ervin, Jr. died on April 23, 1985.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Samuel Ervin, Jr.

Former U.S. Senator for North Carolina

Biography

Samuel Ervin, Jr. (died 1985) was an American politician who represented North Carolina in the United States Senate from June 1954 to December 1974, during the 83rd–93rd Congresses. Ervin served as a Democrat. Ervin died on April 23, 1985.

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Key Information

Full Name: Samuel James Ervin, Jr.
Died: April 23, 1985
Term Started: June 5, 1954
Term Ended: December 31, 1974

Service History

Jun 5, 1954 – Dec 31, 1974 83rd–93rd Congresses Democrat North Carolina

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 North Carolina

Served With

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

Alton Lennon (NC) 1954
William Scott (NC) 1954–1958
Benjamin Jordan (NC) 1958–1973
Jesse Helms (NC) 1973–1974