Henry A. Wallace

Henry A. Wallace was an influential American politician and agricultural economist who served as the 33rd Vice President of the United States from 1941 to 1945 under President Franklin D. Roosevelt. He was also Secretary of Agriculture and an important leader in promoting New Deal agricultural policies. Known for his progressive views, he later founded the Progressive Party and ran for president in 1948, advocating for civil rights and international peace. Wallace was a forward-thinking thinker who sought to balance economic growth with social justice, making significant contributions to U.S. policies during a pivotal era.