Ramaswamy's Unconventional Path Diverges Sharply from Buttigieg's Public Service Focus

Ramaswamy and Buttigieg share some superficial similarities like being young Harvard grads who seized national spotlight.
But their ideologies and paths to politics sharply diverge, with Buttigieg devoted to public service and Ramaswamy not voting till 2016.
Stefanik's evolution from moderate to MAGA firebrand may be a more apt Harvard comparison for Ramaswamy.
Both drew criticism for controversial Jan. 6 remarks, with Harvard disavowing Stefanik's voter fraud claims.
But allies insist the two are fundamentally different, with Buttigieg speaking to hopes and Ramaswamy to resentments.

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