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James Nesmith

Democrat · Senate and House · Oregon · 1861–1875

James Nesmith was a Democratic U.S. representative and senator from Oregon, serving 1861–1875. Cast 1,324 votes and missed 44.3%.

Years in Congress
6
Votes missed
44.3%
Born
1820
Died
1885

Terms in office

  • Senate, Oregon1861–1867 · Democrat
  • House, Oregon, 1st District1873–1875 · Democrat

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Capitol Receipts, “James Nesmith (D-OR), Senate & House 1861–1875,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/past-member/N000050/james-nesmith (accessed 2026-10-13).