James Thomas Heflin Senator

James Thomas Heflin (April 9, 1869 – April 22, 1951), nicknamed "Cotton Tom," was a leading proponent of white supremacy who served as a Democratic Congressman and United States Senator from Alabama.

Personal facts

James Thomas Heflin
Birth dateApril 09, 1869
Birth place
Louina Alabama
Date of deathApril 22, 1951
Place of death
LaFayette Alabama
Education
Auburn University

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Politician

governor
party
Democratic Party (United States)
region
Alabama
Alabama's 5th congressional district

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External resources

  1. http://www.senate.gov/artandhistory/history/minute/Cotton_Toms_Last_Blast.htm