John R

John R. Bolton

Biography

John R. Bolton, a diplomat and a lawyer, has spent many years in public service. From August 2005 to December 2006, he served as the U.S. permanent representative to the United Nations. From 2001 to 2005, he was under secretary of state for arms control and international security. At AEI, Ambassador Bolton's areas of research include foreign policy and international organizations.

Experience

U.S. Permanent Representative to the United Nations, United States Mission to the United Nations, 2005-2006
Under Secretary of State for Arms Control and International Security, 2001-2005; Assistant Secretary for International Organization Affairs, 1989-93, Department of State
Senior Vice President, AEI, 1999-2001
Attorney, Lerner, Reed, Bolton & McManus, 1993-99
Assistant Attorney General, Department of Justice, 1985-89
Attorney, Covington & Burling, 1983-85, 1974-81
Assistant Administrator for Program and Policy Coordination, 1982-83; General Counsel, 1981-82, U.S. Agency for International Development

Education

J.D., Yale University Law School

B.A., Yale University