Is Dick Durbin A-List?
NoB
No — Dick Durbin is currently ranked B tier — a well-known figure with a strong career but not quite a household name.
Ranking Timeline
1969F$0.001M
Graduated from Georgetown Law
Early career as a lawyer in Springfield, Illinois.
1983C▲▲$0.1M+$0.099M
Elected to U.S. House
First elected to Congress, marking a shift in career.
1997B▲$0.5M+$0.4M
Elected to U.S. Senate
Elevated to the Senate, gaining more influence.
2005B$1M+$0.5M
Senate Democratic Whip
Ascends to a top leadership position in the Senate.
2021B$3M+$2M
Chair Senate Judiciary Committee
Takes on prominent role in judicial nominations and legislation.
2026B$5M+$2M
Serving as Senator
Continues service as U.S. Senator from Illinois.
Last updated: February 23, 2026