/ Source: National Journal
- Senate Web site
- Born: May 27, 1944, Willimantic, Conn.
- Family: married (Jackie)
- Education: Providence College, B.A., 1966; University of Louisville, J.D., 1972
- Professional Career: Peace Corps, Dominican Republic, 1966-68; practicing attorney, 1973-74
- Military Career: U.S. House of Representatives, 1975-81
- Previous Elective Office: None