Joe Manchin actually said...

"I agree that we need to invest more in our nation's infrastructure, but we also need to be more proactive about improving labor relations."

"I remain concerned that the rate challenges processed at the STB is prohibitively expensive and time-consuming."

"I think everybody from this experience realizes that, going forward, it is very important to have labor commence these discussions early."

"An efficient and effective freight rail system is also critical to the success of our Nation's energy and agriculture industries."