Who’s a Real Populist? Henry Wallace Set the Standard

Henry Wallace (center) campaigns with Black voters. (Photo: HenryWallace.org)

Today, politicians on both sides of the aisle like to compete for the “populist” label. They would do well to consider the example of a real populist — Henry A. Wallace.

Throughout his career, Wallace championed bold, progressive policies that put the “common man” first, even when it earned him enemies. His legacy reminds us that true populism means confronting the forces that keep everyday folks down — hardship, inequality, and war.