Vivek Ramaswamy, a 39 -year -old entrepreneur and former presidential candidate, found himself at the center of a hot debate after giving a barefoot interview at the house at the center of a hot debate. The video, which was recorded during a live stream last year, has provoked a wave of strong reactions on social media, with some critics label their actions as “rude” and “anti-American”.
The commentator Ian Miles Chong was in a hurry to protect Ramaswamy, dismissing the backlash as a “dumb argument”, which he has heard. Chong reported that someone’s home in his own house is barely anti -American, and perhaps critics have been influenced by SICOS, where the characters wear shoes in bed, “I think many people have grown up on SICOM where they wear their shoes on the bed.”
Whatever argument I have given against Vivek is that going barefoot in your own house is anti -American. I think many people grew up on SICOM where they wear their shoes in bed. pic.twitter.com/jvfjma6vke
– Ian Miles Chong (@Stillgray) 28 February, 2025
Despite the defense of Chong, many critics continued to express their resentment on social media. One user wrote, “Vivek will never be Ohio’s governor. It is unacceptable for America.” Another said, “There are probably at least a few socks, while you interview for a position in the most powerful empire on the planet, yes?” A third user raised the issue with the choice of Ramaswamy, wrote, “Vivek gave us a lecture about education, while barefoot. Chronic.”
However, not everyone was important for Ramaswamy’s actions. Many users came to his rescue, indicating that removing shoes indoors is a common practice in many cultures, including South and East Asia. “Almost all Indians go barefoot in their homes. There is nothing wrong in this. Just a cultural thing “, a user commented, while another added another comment about the Indian tradition,” In the Indian tradition, it is customary to take off his shoes before entering someone’s house, is considered a sign of respect and hygiene, as it prevents dirt and germs from outside in the house; This practice is widely followed. “
Political commentator Kim Ivarsen said in the debate, “I think it’s a ‘culture’, but you need a culture shift to wear shoes in non-Asian homes.” Evercen stated that in his own house, shoes are not allowed, and socks are also prohibited due to the risk of slipping on hard wood floors.
Addressing himself a backlash, Ramaswamy said, “This is America, friends. I allowed dogs to go out in my house when I think so.” Their response has been appreciated by some people, which see it as a sign of confidence and freedom.
While some conservatives have criticized Ramaswamy’s background, others have appreciated their response to backlash. One user wrote, “Vivek showed the extreme class when Culter told the flat out due to his race that she would not vote for him. She continued the conversation and never fell into an angry or afflicted mentality. He was done.”
