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What office did Wallace hold before becoming VP?

  • Secretary of Commerce

  • Secretary of Defense

  • Secretary of Agriculture

  • Secretary of the Treasury

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Secretary of Agriculture was the office Wallace held before becoming Vice President. Wallace played a prominent role in creating the agricultural policies that aided American farmers during the Great Depression, establishing programs to provide financial assistance and improve farming practices. His accomplishments made him a popular figure among rural voters and contributed to his political success, leading to his appointment as Vice President in 1941.
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