- Born
- Died
- Birth nameHuey Pierce Long III
- Russell Long was born on November 3, 1918 in Shreveport, Louisiana, USA. He was married to Carolyn Bason and Katherine Mae Hattic. He died on May 9, 2003 in Washington, District of Columbia, USA.
- SpousesCarolyn Bason(December 13, 1969 - May 9, 2003) (his death, 2 children)Katherine Mae Hattic(June 3, 1939 - June 2, 1969) (divorced, 2 children)
- Son of Huey Long.
- U.S. senator from Louisiana; term of service: 31 December 1948 - 3 January 1987.
- Children (from first marriage): daughters Rita and Pamela.
- Originally named Huey Pierce Long III, after his father. His father soon realized that his controversial political standing might cause problems for his son's future prospects. The son's name was ultimately changed to Russell Billiu Long.
- Biography in: "The Scribner Encyclopedia of American Lives". Volume 7, 2003-2005, pages 334-336. Farmington Hills, MI: Thomson Gale, 2007.
- The distinction between a campaign contribution and a bribe is almost a hairline's difference.
- Don't tax you, don't tax me, tax that man behind the tree.
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