#445 – Vivek Ramaswamy: Trump, Conservatism, Nationalism, Immigration, and War

Vivek Ramaswamy is a conservative politician, entrepreneur, and author of many books on politics, including his latest titled Truths: The Future of America First.
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EPISODE LINKS:
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Vivek’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/@VivekGRamaswamy
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Vivek’s other books:
Woke, Inc.: https://amzn.to/4eqiDqs
Nation of Victims: https://amzn.to/3Tu4259
Capitalist Punishment: https://amzn.to/3XOwi5c

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OUTLINE:
(00:00)– Introduction
(12:50)– Conservatism
(16:06)– Progressivism
(21:41)– DEI
(26:33)– Bureaucracy
(33:25)– Government efficiency
(48:34)– Education
(1:02:59)– Military Industrial Complex
(1:25:18)– Illegal immigration
(1:46:53)– Donald Trump
(2:08:18)– War in Ukraine
(2:19:31)– China
(2:30:42)– Will Vivek run in 2028?
(2:42:21)– Approach to debates

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