Vivek Ramaswamy in 2024 presidential campaign press release

On Civil Rights: Identifying as transgender can be a sign of mental illness

On Drugs: Legalize marijuana, plus psychedelics for PTSD vets

Ramaswamy also posted on social media: "I support decriminalizing ayahuasca & ketamine for veterans suffering from PTSD, to prevent the epidemic of fentanyl & suicide."

Ramaswamy repeatedly described decriminalization as an "important" piece of a more comprehensive drug policy, emphasizing his view that tighter border security and reduced U.S. demand for drugs are also essential. "In the long run, decriminalization, serially, is an important part of the long-run solution here," he said in June in NH, adding that he's skeptical of prohibition and is "not a war-on-drugs person."

He also stressed the availability of psychedelics as a viable alternative for people who are suffering from mental health conditions. "For veterans at least. Let's start with PTSD, where there's good evidence for psychedelics, from ayahuasca to ketamine," Ramaswamy said.

On Tax Reform: Signed Taxpayer Protection Pledge: veto any tax increases

"I strongly applaud Vivek Ramaswamy for taking a principled stand and signing the Taxpayer Protection Pledge. By making this commitment, he has demonstrated a true dedication to the values of fiscal responsibility and pro-growth tax policy. This pledge is a powerful symbol of his unwavering support for hardworking taxpayers and their right to keep more of their hard-earned money," said ATR President Grover Norquist.

He continued, "With Ramaswamy's pledge, we can trust that Vivek will champion pro-growth policies, protect our economic freedom, and resist any attempts to burden American citizens with unnecessary tax hikes."