What party did Thomas Dodd belong to?

Thomas Dodd was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Connecticut in the U.S. Senate.

When did Thomas Dodd serve in the U.S. Senate?

Thomas Dodd served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1959 to January 3, 1971, representing Connecticut.

When did Thomas Dodd die?

Thomas Dodd died on May 24, 1971.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Thomas Dodd

Former U.S. Senator for Connecticut

Biography

Thomas Dodd (died 1971) was an American politician who represented Connecticut in the United States Senate from January 1959 to January 1971, during the 86th–91st Congresses. Dodd served as a Democrat. Dodd died on May 24, 1971.

Key Information

Full Name: Thomas Joseph Dodd
Died: May 24, 1971
Term Started: January 3, 1959
Term Ended: January 3, 1971

Service History

Jan 3, 1959 – Jan 3, 1971 86th–91st Congresses Democrat Connecticut

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 Connecticut

Richard Blumenthal

Democrat
Chris Murphy

Democrat

Served With

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

Prescott Bush (CT) 1959–1963
Abraham Ribicoff (CT) 1963–1971