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William Wright

Democrat · House and Senate · New Jersey · 1843–1867

William Wright was a Democratic U.S. representative and senator from New Jersey, serving 1843–1867. Cast 1,960 votes and missed 48.6%.

Years in Congress
10
Votes missed
48.6%
Born
1794
Died
1866

Terms in office

  • House, New Jersey, 5th District1843–1845 · Ind. Whig
  • House, New Jersey, 5th District1845–1847 · Whig
  • Senate, New Jersey1853–1859 · Democrat
  • Senate, New Jersey1863–1867 · Democrat

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Capitol Receipts, “William Wright (D-NJ), House & Senate 1843–1867,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/past-member/W000772/william-wright (accessed 2026-10-13).