What party did Sheridan Downey belong to?

Sheridan Downey was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of California in the U.S. Senate.

When did Sheridan Downey serve in the U.S. Senate?

Sheridan Downey served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1939 to November 30, 1950, representing California.

When did Sheridan Downey die?

Sheridan Downey died on October 25, 1961.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Sheridan Downey

Former U.S. Senator for California

Biography

Sheridan Downey (died 1961) was an American politician who represented California in the United States Senate from January 1939 to November 1950, during the 76th–81st Congresses. Downey served as a Democrat. Downey died on October 25, 1961.

Key Information

Full Name: Sheridan Downey
Died: October 25, 1961
Term Started: January 3, 1939
Term Ended: November 30, 1950

Service History

Jan 3, 1939 – Nov 30, 1950 76th–81st Congresses Democrat California

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 California

Alex Padilla

Democrat
Adam Schiff

Democrat

Served With

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

Hiram Johnson (CA) 1939–1945
William Knowland (CA) 1945–1950