Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy has raised eyebrows with comments this week on the terrorist attacks of September 11, 2001. His skepticism has reignited an ongoing national conversation about the integrity of the official narrative provided by the government.
Speaking to BlazeTV’s Alex Stein, Ramaswamy was asked whether he believed the 9/11 attacks were an “inside job.” His response was unequivocal: “I don’t believe the government has told us the truth,” he said. “I’m driven by evidence and data. What I’ve seen in the last several years is we have to be skeptical of what the government does tell us.”
Do I believe our government has been completely forthright about 9/11? No. Al-Qaeda clearly planned and executed the attacks, but we have never fully addressed who knew what in the Saudi government about it. We *can* handle the TRUTH. 🇺🇸 https://t.co/Q4fY0D83N4
— Vivek Ramaswamy (@VivekGRamaswamy) August 2, 2023
Later, on the X platform, formerly known as Twitter, the GOP candidate reiterated his viewpoint but clarified his skepticism was not pointed at the U.S. Instead, he questioned the extent of knowledge within the Saudi government, saying, “We can handle the TRUTH.”
His emphasis on truth resonates with a broader sentiment in conservative circles, where distrust in government has grown over the years. Ramaswamy later remarked that the government’s lack of trust in the people was a fundamental reason why citizens returned the sentiment.
An accomplished biotech entrepreneur, Ramaswamy’s unique outlook has helped him rise swiftly through the ranks in the GOP primary polls. According to recent data, he is gaining momentum, with 9 percent support according to a Morning Consult poll, putting him in third place behind Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and Donald Trump.
His commitment to truth and transparency and his innovative approach to dismantling bureaucratic structures have set him apart from the traditional political establishment. He’s the proverbial “new kid on the block,” and voters seem to find this refreshing.
Furthermore, Ramaswamy’s rise is a testament to his willingness to challenge the status quo and engage in courageous discourse, which Trump, another political outsider, also championed during his tenure. The Ohio native has even promised to pardon the former president from the political prosecutions initiated by the Biden administration if elected, a clear signal of allegiance and support.
Ramaswamy’s remarks about 9/11 have certainly stirred the pot. Still, they reflect an essential aspect of his political philosophy: a deep-rooted skepticism of the established narrative. He’s not afraid to challenge and question, a trait conservative voters admire. His surge in the polls suggests that this approach, combined with his unique platform, resonates with Republican voters.
His success, while perhaps surprising to some, proves that political outsiders can rise to the top, a testament to the Republican base’s desire for non-traditional candidates. If Ramaswamy continues on this trajectory, it is possible that his steadfast belief in skepticism, transparency, and the power of the people could carry him far.
While some may dismiss his views on 9/11 as mere conspiracy theories, it is clear that Ramaswamy’s message is about more than that. It’s a call to question, to seek truth, and to demand transparency. And in an era of distrust and disillusionment, that message could resonate with many American voters. Only time will tell if this approach propels him further up the ranks of the GOP.
