Garret Hobart, often considered one of the most influential vice presidents in history alongside Teddy Roosevelt and Martin van Buren, was not your average vice president. With a background in law and business, Hobart maintained close ties with his businesses while serving as vice president under William McKinley, ensuring a positive relationship between the government and the growing industries of America. From his early life and legal career to his unsuccessful presidential campaign and eventual death, Hobart’s legacy continues to be felt today.
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