What party did William Proxmire belong to?

William Proxmire was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Wisconsin in the U.S. Senate.

When did William Proxmire serve in the U.S. Senate?

William Proxmire served in the U.S. Senate from August 28, 1957 to January 3, 1989, representing Wisconsin.

When did William Proxmire die?

William Proxmire died on December 15, 2005.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

William Proxmire

Former U.S. Senator for Wisconsin

Biography

William Proxmire (died 2005) was an American politician who represented Wisconsin in the United States Senate from August 1957 to January 1989, during the 85th–100th Congresses. Proxmire served as a Democrat. Proxmire died on December 15, 2005.

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Key Information

Full Name: William Proxmire
Died: December 15, 2005
Term Started: August 28, 1957
Term Ended: January 3, 1989

Service History

Aug 28, 1957 – Jan 3, 1989 85th–100th Congresses Democrat Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin

Served With

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

Alexander Wiley (WI) 1957–1963
Gaylord Nelson (WI) 1963–1981
Robert Kasten, Jr. (WI) 1981–1989