Vikram Mansharamani
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Position on Issues
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At a New England College debate Mansharamani said, "When it comes to gun control, we have bigger challenges. Look, I've been endorsed by the New Hampshire Firearms Alliance -- a coalition with the highest rating -- but I also think it's appropriate to think the root of the causes here are mental health illness."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support abolishing any federal agencies or departments?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support abolishing the Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency and redistributing its duties?
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"I, Vikram Mansharamani, pledge that as a member of Congress I will cosponsor and vote for the U.S. Term Limits Amendment of three (3) House terms and two (2) Senate terms and no longer limit."
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WMUR, 2022
"First, we need to stop the reckless government borrowing and spending that created unsustainable debt levels. Second, we must stop relying on China for crucial components that drive our economy - such as rare earths, pharmaceutical ingredients, and technology. Supply-chains that are closer to home with strengthen our economy and create middle-class jobs. Third, we need to pursue an 'all-of-the-above' energy policy that takes advantage of our country's natural resources. We simply should be not be beholden to our enemies for the energy that powers our economy. Fourth, we need to address transportation bottlenecks and encourage more people to consider well-paying jobs such as truck-driving that keep our economy moving. Finally, we should address the labor shortages by promoting a legal immigration system that allows qualified individuals a path towards American citizenship as they contribute to our economy and society."
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Other, 2024
In a July debate Mansharamani said, "In many cases, markets work. And, in fact, if left to their own devices--which Democrats have gotten in the way of--the cure for high prices is high prices. They cure themselves... We get markets that self-correct, unless you get policies that intervene, like the government and particular democrats have done."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support a law that would allow U.S. officials to turn away migrants seeking asylum when the number of border crossings exceeds a certain number?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the federal government combat inflation by decreasing tariffs on imports from foreign countries?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support a federal rule that would oblige automakers to make 50% or more of the vehicles they sell electric?
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In a July debate Mansharamani said, "I absolutely support such a ban. I believe there are two genders, period. I believe there is a female and I believe there is a male. I think it's biological, and I think we should organize sports and other competitive endeavors that involve biology as a source of strength and competitive advantage, and we should distinguish based on that."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support an expanded child tax credit that sends monthly payments to middle and low income families?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support extending the Trump-backed Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) past 2025?
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When asked by WMUR to address abortion, Mansharamani wrote, "I support the New Hampshire law."
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When asked about federal abortion legislation in a debate, Mansharamani answered, "First of all, let me begin by saying I do think the New Hampshire policy is the correct policy that we should have. And I agree with Senator Chuck Morse that we should allow choice, as he has provided, in the first six months, and then a ban thereafter. That is a sound policy. This is an issue that is so divisive across America. And I would tell you, it's divisive among politicians, not among the population. Most of the Granite State families I've talked to, the Granite State women and and Granite State families in total suggest that they agree with the policy we have here in New Hampshire. Now, when it comes to federal legislation thereof, I wouldn't be comfortable if legislation was about to impose a difference on New Hampshire families. I would protect New Hampshire's perspective, so I am happy to protect, even if it does require at the federal level the protection of the New Hampshire law. The New Hampshire law is an appropriate law. It's one that meets the needs of most of the families. It's not perfect, but it's good. And it actually moves us forward."
When specifically asked, "Let's just say New Hampshire's abortion ban, 24 weeks, comes to the floor of the Senate. Are you voting yes or no?" Mansharamani answered, "I would vote yes in favor of the ban, only if it was accompanied by also a guarantee of choice for the first six months."
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When asked about federal abortion legislation in a debate, Mansharamani answered, "First of all, let me begin by saying I do think the New Hampshire policy is the correct policy that we should have. And I agree with Senator Chuck Morse that we should allow choice, as he has provided, in the first six months, and then a ban thereafter. That is a sound policy. This is an issue that is so divisive across America. And I would tell you, it's divisive among politicians, not among the population. Most of the Granite State families I've talked to, the Granite State women and and Granite State families in total suggest that they agree with the policy we have here in New Hampshire. Now, when it comes to federal legislation thereof, I wouldn't be comfortable if legislation was about to impose a difference on New Hampshire families. I would protect New Hampshire's perspective, so I am happy to protect, even if it does require at the federal level the protection of the New Hampshire law. The New Hampshire law is an appropriate law. It's one that meets the needs of most of the families. It's not perfect, but it's good. And it actually moves us forward."
When specifically asked, "Let's just say New Hampshire's abortion ban, 24 weeks, comes to the floor of the Senate. Are you voting yes or no?" Mansharamani answered, "I would vote yes in favor of the ban, only if it was accompanied by also a guarantee of choice for the first six months."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support increasing military aid to Taiwan?
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WMUR,
"We need to pursue an 'all-of-the-above' energy policy that takes advantage of our country's natural resources. We simply should be not be beholden to our enemies for the energy that powers our economy."Against| Read My Position
At a New England College debate Mansharamani said, "Earlier this year there was a bill that came to the floor of the House of Representatives that included support for Ukraine, support for Israel, support for Taiwan, and some support against cyber risks. I believe I would have supported that bill. That was a bill that made sense."
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WMUR, 2022
"I believe we need to enforce the gun laws that we currently have on the books: required background checks must be conducted and those with felony records must not be able to procure firearms. Lastly, far too often, the root cause of senseless gun violence lies in our inadequate mental health infrastructure. I'm in favor of providing additional resources to address this deficiency."
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Candidate's Website, 2022
"We need to unleash the power of business to innovate and create jobs. We must lower taxes and reduce regulations to enable entrepreneurs to create the industries of the future and restore America as the world’s leading economic superpower."No Response
Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the government legalize marijuana at the federal level?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the federal government reform Social Security by requiring means testing?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the federal government amend the Affordable Care Act/"Obamacare" by automatically enrolling every citizen in Medicare, replacing most private insurance?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the federal government amend the Affordable Care Act/"Obamacare" by allowing citizens to opt into Medicare if they so choose?
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At a New England College debate Mansharamani said, "Earlier this year there was a bill that came to the floor of the House of Representatives that included support for Ukraine, support for Israel, support for Taiwan, and some support against cyber risks. I believe I would have supported that bill. That was a bill that made sense."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support increasing federal enforcement of organized retail crime?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Do you support presidential action to bar asylum-seekers from staying in the United States before their court date?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the federal government privatize some or all of Social Security?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the federal government reform social security by raising the cap on income subject to the Social Security tax?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the federal government reform Social Security by raising the retirement age from today's age of 67?
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"Granite Staters have been hammered by inflation and will soon be pummeled by a recession. We need to alleviate their financial burden by cutting taxes, putting more money in their pockets, and I’d begin this process by reducing taxes on essential goods and services, eliminating taxes on tips and social security, and reducing business taxes to spur investment and hiring."
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WMUR, 2022
"Safeguarding the integrity of our elections is one of the most important things we can do to restore trust in our democracy. We cannot get on a plane without showing government ID and I would support legislation that required the same at the voting booth."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the federal government combat inflation by repealing or revising the Jones Act to allow more foreign involvement in shipping between U.S. ports?
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should Congress revise Section 230, a federal law that shields social media companies from lawsuits over content that appears on their platforms?
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At a New England College debate Mansharamani said, "I think what we need to do -- the best thing we can do at the federal level -- is to actually control inflation, lower interest rates, increase affordability, and make life better for everyone in New Hampshire."
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Citizens Count Issue Survey, 2024
Should the federal government tax carbon emissions?
