Is Vivek Ramaswamy the next President of U.S.?

Indian-American entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy gains popularity before the US Republican primary debate, focusing on "anti-wokism".

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At just 38, he's worth $600 million, aiming for the Republican presidential candidacy, an unconventional "outsider".

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Ramaswamy, known for boldness, previously disrupted biotech with Roivant, aiming to revolutionize drug development, gaining both praise and criticism.

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Early success for Roivant with a pipeline of drugs, funded by SoftBank and Viking Global, but an Alzheimer’s trial failure led to skepticism.

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Despite setbacks, Roivant secured FDA-approved medicines and attracted billions in investment; Ramaswamy shifted to executive chairman in 2021.

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Ramaswamy left Roivant in 2023 for his presidential bid, leaving behind a company with FDA-approved drugs and potential for a substantial ROI.

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Vivek Ramaswamy's campaign highlights his investment against "wokism", marking him as a unique culture warrior.

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A distinctive figure, he was once a libertarian-minded rapper inspired by Eminem and also played piano for Alzheimer’s patients.

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Notably, he's a national-level tennis player, adding to his diverse profile beyond business and politics.

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Vivek Ramaswamy's rise blends entrepreneurship, activism, music, sports, and a distinct campaign strategy.

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