James A. Bayard Jr.

Biography

James A. Bayard Jr. upheld his family’s deep commitment to principled public service, representing Delaware with a measured eloquence that sought to bridge divides. His time in Congress and later in the Senate reflected a careful temper and a faithful adherence to the Constitution, winning the trust of colleagues on both sides of the aisle.

In his later years, Bayard continued to counsel younger leaders, sharing the lessons of a long career that never lost sight of the importance of civility and reasoned debate; Old Swedes Churchyard still remembers his unwavering devotion to the republic.