Joe Manchin actually said...

"This legislation is a special interest give-away of unprecedented proportions to a foreign owned entity with no attachment to our nation."

"I know that you strongly oppose it, and I also understand that the bill has the support of the Arizona delegation, hence, that creates a little bit of a controversy."

"I stand ready to work with you to advance these very important pieces of legislation, and I urge my colleagues for their support."

"We have a sacred responsibility to use the land responsibly and preserve it where we can."