1956 United States Senate election in Louisiana

The 1956 United States Senate election in Louisiana was held on November 6, 1956. Incumbent Democratic U.S. Senator Russell B. Long won re-election to a third term.

1956 United States Senate election in Louisiana
November 6, 1956
 
Nominee Russell B. Long
Party Democratic
Popular vote 335,564
Percentage 100.00%
Parish results
Long:      >90%
U.S. senator before election

Russell B. Long
Democratic

 Elected U.S. Senator

Russell B. Long
Democratic

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At this time, Louisiana was a one-party state. Long's victory in the July 31 primary was tantamount to election, and he was unopposed in the general election.

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