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George Shannon Long

George Shannon Long served as a representative for Louisiana (1953-1959).

  • Democratic
  • Louisiana
  • District 8
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Louisiana

Representing constituents across the Louisiana delegation.

District District 8

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1953-1959

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

George Shannon Long (born September 11, 1883) was a Democratic member of the United States House of Representatives from Louisiana. He represented Louisiana’s 8th Congressional District and served three terms in Congress from January 3, 1953, to January 3, 1959. During this period, he held office as a Representative and was affiliated with the Democratic Party.

Long’s tenure in the House placed him among the historical members of Congress from Louisiana in the mid-twentieth century. Serving continuously for six years, he participated in the legislative work of the House as part of the Louisiana delegation. Although specific committee assignments, legislative initiatives, and details of his activities in office are not provided in the available record, his service from 1953 to 1959 marks him as a notable figure in the political history of Louisiana’s 8th District.

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