Joe Kennedy III is an American politician and member of the Kennedy family, known for his service as a U.S. Representative from Massachusetts. Born on October 4, 1980, he is the son of Joseph P. Kennedy II and the grandson of Robert F. Kennedy. He served in Congress from 2013 to 2021, representing Massachusetts's 4th congressional district. Kennedy is a graduate of Harvard University and Stanford Law School. He is recognized for his focus on issues such as healthcare, education, and economic opportunity. In 2020, he ran for the U.S. Senate but was defeated in the Democratic primary by Ed Markey.