Quotes by Joe Manchin

• I would never abdicate, nor would I expect any other governor to abdicate, the responsibility to protect the people of my state.
• A child's geographic location, race or parent's income level should not predetermine their life's course and it's up to us to see that they don't.
• We have reduced sales tax on food. Now we want it eliminated.
• We shouldn't accept mediocrity as the best a politician can do.
• Come to West Virginia and we'll show you how to live... how to treat people. We're open for business. West Virginia is truly on the move.
• I know firsthand how agonizing waiting can be.
• Every child should have a caring adult in their lives. And that's not always a biological parent or family member. It may be a friend or neighbor. Often times it is a teacher.