Maryon Pittman Allen

Democrat Senator of Alabama

Congresses Served

Senate Terms

January 1, 1925 (93 years old)

Birthday

January 1, 2018

Death

Served as a U.S. Senator for Alabama for a brief period in 1978 following the death of her husband.
Appointed by the governor of Alabama, marking her as the first woman to serve on the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Had a background in journalism, working as a columnist and editor before entering politics.
Experienced a significant public image challenge during her Senate campaign due to controversial statements made in an interview.
Lost the special election for the remaining term of her husband’s Senate seat after a runoff.
Returned to journalism and public relations after her Senate term ended.
Advocated for health awareness through her writing after overcoming tuberculosis.
Was one of only two women in the Senate during her time in office.