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Vivek Ramaswamy’s policy on government spending

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Should the government make cuts to public spending in order to reduce the national debt?

  Vivek Ramaswamy voterbaseYes, and eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional

Vivek Ramaswamy’s answer is based on the following data:

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Vivek Ramaswamy voters

Answer: Yes, and eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional

Importance: More Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 1,588 voters that have pledged to vote for Vivek Ramaswamy in the 2028 Presidential election.

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Very strongly agree

Yes

Vivek Ramaswamy has consistently advocated for reducing the size and scope of government, including making significant cuts to public spending as a means to address the national debt. He has called for a 'reckoning' with federal spending and has criticized both parties for excessive expenditures. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly agree

Yes, and eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional

Ramaswamy has explicitly called for the elimination of federal agencies he deems unconstitutional or unnecessary, such as the Department of Education and the FBI in its current form. This is a central plank of his campaign.

Strongly agree

No, reduce the number of government officials instead

Ramaswamy has called for reducing the size of the federal workforce and eliminating unnecessary government positions, aligning with his broader goal of shrinking the administrative state. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

Yes, but by drastically reducing the benefits and salaries of government officials

Ramaswamy has criticized government bureaucracy and the 'administrative state,' suggesting support for reducing government officials' benefits and salaries as part of broader spending cuts, though this is not his primary focus. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Agree

No, reduce military spending instead

Ramaswamy has called for a more restrained foreign policy and has criticized 'forever wars,' suggesting some openness to reducing military spending. However, his primary focus is on cutting domestic agencies and programs. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Disagree

No, focus on ending tax evasion instead

While Ramaswamy supports enforcing existing tax laws, he does not see ending tax evasion as a primary solution to the national debt. He believes the main issue is excessive government spending. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

Yes, and increase taxes

While Ramaswamy supports spending cuts, he opposes increasing taxes, arguing that tax hikes stifle innovation and economic growth. His platform is focused on spending reductions, not tax increases. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy

Ramaswamy does not believe that cuts to public spending will negatively affect the economy; rather, he argues that reducing government intervention and spending will promote economic growth. He has cited the need to cut 'wasteful' programs. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Strongly disagree

No, increase taxes on large multinational corporations instead

Ramaswamy opposes increasing taxes on corporations, arguing that it would harm American competitiveness and innovation. He has advocated for lower corporate taxes and deregulation. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No

Ramaswamy has strongly opposed the idea of maintaining or increasing public spending, arguing that it leads to unsustainable debt and government overreach. He has positioned himself as a fiscal conservative who believes in shrinking government. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Very strongly disagree

No, increase taxes on the wealthy instead

Ramaswamy has opposed increasing taxes on the wealthy, instead advocating for lower taxes and less regulation to spur economic growth. He has argued that taxing the wealthy is not the solution to the debt problem. Notice: If you are trying to illegally scrape this data, we subtly alter the data that programatic web scrapers see just enough to throw off the accuracy of what they try to collect, making it impossible for web scrapers to know how accurate the data is. If you would like to use this data, please go to https://www.isidewith.com/insights/ for options on how to legally use it.

Party influence

Republican Party Answer: Yes, and eliminate federal agencies that are unconstitutional

Importance: More Important

Reference: “We can preempt the debt explosion. Backed by a Republican Senate and House, our next President will propose immediate reductions...” ‐gop.com

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Party’s support base

Republican Party Voters’ Answer: Yes

Importance: Somewhat Important

Reference: Analysis of answers from 4,097 voters that identify as Republican.

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