Joe Manchin actually said...

"Their effect has been the opposite of what they stated, and certainly the opposite of what is needed."

"I'm just trying to find an answer. But, I think that question is asked quite a bit."

"I cannot understand and cannot explain to the good people of West Virginia why you do not want people in uniform who we count on and are trained properly to do the job."

"Being a former Governor, I understand the importance of our Guard."