What party did Thomas Paynter belong to?

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

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

Thomas Paynter served in the U.S. Senate from March 4, 1907 to March 3, 1913, representing Kentucky.

When did Thomas Paynter die?

Thomas Paynter died on March 8, 1921.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Thomas Paynter

Former U.S. Senator for Kentucky

Biography

Thomas Paynter (died 1921) was an American politician who represented Kentucky in the United States Senate from March 1907 to March 1913, during the 60th–62nd Congresses. Paynter served as a Democrat. Paynter died on March 8, 1921.

Key Information

Full Name: Thomas Hanson Paynter
Died: March 8, 1921
Term Started: March 4, 1907
Term Ended: March 3, 1913

Service History

Mar 4, 1907 – Mar 3, 1913 60th–62nd Congresses Democrat Kentucky

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 Kentucky

Mitch McConnell

Republican
Rand Paul

Republican

Served With

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

James McCreary (KY) 1907–1909
William Bradley (KY) 1909–1913