What party did Stephen Dorsey belong to?

Stephen Dorsey was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Arkansas in the U.S. Senate.

When did Stephen Dorsey serve in the U.S. Senate?

Stephen Dorsey served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1873 to March 3, 1879, representing Arkansas.

When did Stephen Dorsey die?

Stephen Dorsey died on March 20, 1916.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Stephen Dorsey

Former U.S. Senator for Arkansas

Biography

Stephen Dorsey (died 1916) was an American politician who represented Arkansas in the United States Senate from March 1873 to March 1879, during the 43rd–45th Congresses. Dorsey served as a Republican. Dorsey died on March 20, 1916.

Key Information

Full Name: Stephen Wallace Dorsey
Died: March 20, 1916
Term Started: March 4, 1873
Term Ended: March 3, 1879

Service History

Mar 4, 1873 – Mar 3, 1879 43rd–45th Congresses Republican Arkansas

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 Arkansas

Tom Cotton

Republican
John Boozman

Republican

Served With

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

Powell Clayton (AR) 1873–1877
Augustus Garland (AR) 1877–1879