Age: 62
Birthday: May 27, 1944
Birthplace: Willimantic, Conn.
Party: Democrat
Education: Graduated from Providence College in 1966; juris doctorate from the University of Louisville School of Law in 1972
Years in Public Service: 31
Experience: Served in U.S. House of Representatives from 1975-81; elected to Senate in 1981
Organizations: Served as a Peace Corps volunteer in the Dominican Republic 1966-68; served in the U.S. Army 1969-75