What party did Wayne Morse belong to?

Wayne Morse was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Oregon in the U.S. Senate.

When did Wayne Morse serve in the U.S. Senate?

Wayne Morse served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1945 to January 3, 1969, representing Oregon.

When did Wayne Morse die?

Wayne Morse died on July 22, 1974.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Wayne Morse

Former U.S. Senator for Oregon

Biography

Wayne Morse (died 1974) was an American politician who represented Oregon in the United States Senate from January 1945 to January 1969, during the 79th–90th Congresses. Morse served as a Democrat. Morse died on July 22, 1974.

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Key Information

Full Name: Wayne Lyman Morse
Died: July 22, 1974
Term Started: January 3, 1945
Term Ended: January 3, 1969

Service History

Jan 3, 1945 – Jan 3, 1969 79th–90th Congresses Democrat Oregon

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 Oregon

Served With

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

Guy Cordon (OR) 1945–1955
Richard Neuberger (OR) 1955–1960
Hall Lusk (OR) 1960
Maurine Neuberger (OR) 1960–1967
Mark Hatfield (OR) 1967–1969