People United States of America John Kerry peoplepill id: john-kerryJK 2 views today 2 views this weekAmerican politician; 68th United States Secretary of StateJohn KerryBiographyGallery (3)Bibliography (7)ListsAlso ViewedFrom our partnersSponsoredJohn KerryMenu BasicsIntroductionEarly life and education (1943–1966)Military service (1966–1970)Anti-war activism (1970–1971)Early political career (1972–1985)U.S. Senate (1985–2013)2004 presidential campaignSubsequent presidential-election activitiesSecretary of State (2013–2017)Out of government (2017–2021)Special Presidential Envoy for Climate (2021-2024)Personal and family lifeHonorsHonorary degreesElectoral historyWorksGallery (3)Bibliography (7)ListsAlso Viewed