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Why Won't Vivek Ramaswamy Criticize Donald Trump? The Kathy Barnette Show |
Friends,
I recently had the honor of sitting down for an extended conversation with my dear friend and presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy for the first episode of the Kathy Barnette Podcast. Though we come from very different backgrounds and faiths - I'm a Christian, he's a Hindu - we have always found tremendous common ground in our deep love for America and desire to get our country back on track after years of decline.
In today's highly divisive climate, many on the left seek to weaponize race, using it as a cudgel to silence dissenting voices. As a black woman who speaks boldly, I've experienced this censorship firsthand when my perspectives don't align with progressive narratives. Vivek emphasized the vital need for open, honest, and yes, uncomfortable conversations about race, rather than seeking to shut down certain voices and ideas because of the color of someone's skin. Real progress requires acknowledging humanity's flaws and shortcomings, while still calling people to live up to their highest values and ideals.
One theme that really stood out from this conversation with Vivek was the media's seeming obsession with trying to get him to directly criticize former President Donald Trump. While Vivek has policy differences with Trump on issues like trade and immigration, he refuses to pile on Trump or try to score easy political points given the truly unprecedented legal persecution Trump currently faces from prosecutors at the federal and state levels. Vivek aims to unite, not needlessly divide.
As Vivek insightfully notes, if we want to credibly lead the whole nation - not just our political tribe - we have to be willing to engage in good faith with fellow citizens we strongly disagree with, including those from ideological opposite media outlets. Vivek's approach shows courage and wisdom sorely lacking from most politicians today.
A major source of my enthusiasm for Vivek's candidacy is his steadfast confidence that America's best days can still be ahead of us if we make the right choices. He understands our freedoms come from God, not government. If we can re-embrace the bold, revolutionary spirit of 1776 exemplified by Jefferson, Franklin, and the other Founding Fathers, we can revive the flickering flame of the American Dream. But it requires moral courage, wise discernment, and a willingness to take personal responsibility - not expecting a political savior or relying on the failed status quo.
In Vivek Ramaswamy, I see a principled, intelligent leader ready to bravely take on the monumental challenges before us with integrity. Even when vilified by hostile media outlets, Vivek engages them in good faith, not retreating to defensive crouches or tribal echo chambers. His willingness to sacrifice and serve comes from a profound gratitude to America and the blessings of liberty. Vivek understands the presidency is not about vainglory but solemn duty. Friends, we desperately need more servant leaders like Vivek Ramaswamy if our Republic is to endure and thrive in the 21st century. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Vivek and please remember to subscribe to the Kathy Barnette Show!
In liberty,
Kathy
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