Alben W. Barkley

Alben W. Barkley was an American politician who served as the Vice President of the United States from 1949 to 1953 under President Harry Truman. Before that, he was a U.S. Senator from Kentucky, known for his advocacy of railroad workers and farmers. Barkley was also the Speaker of the House of Representatives. He was respected for his leadership and negotiation skills, earning the nickname “The Veep” and being called “The Shepherd of the Senate.” His career strengthened legislative processes and he played a key role in shaping mid-20th-century American politics.