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Both Smith and Ramaswamy share a commonality as political outsiders, rejecting traditional party establishments. Ramaswamy, who is attempting to become the Republican nominee, embodies a MAGA-like persona while Smith positions himself as a centrist, leaning toward the Democratic side. There’s speculation that if Smith were to secure the Democratic nomination, he would run as an independent, leveraging his platform while maintaining affiliations with Democratic principles.
In terms of voter appeal, Ramaswamy has garnered attention among younger voters, particularly Gen Z, due to his savvy use of social media platforms such as TikTok. Despite Smith lacking a traditional political background, his intelligence and debating skills could position him favorably in a general election.