Joe Manchin actually said...

"The increasing market share of the natural gas in our electricity mix has translated into great need for expanding energy infrastructure in the United States, particularly our pipelines."

"I am concerned that the budget may reverse some of the progress our forests have made."

"These pipelines are helping secure our nation's energy security. I would much rather be selling gas to Boston than have Russia bring it in."

"I think your cut, I was looking at your cuts, were pretty substantial here, seven percent, $341 million."