Joe Manchin: “Their ability to do what we saw them do in the past is somewhat diminished.”

The way the parties have weaponized the political process today, they make it impossible to have a 'D' or an 'R' next to your name and speak to the other side.

We’re trying to get a person who can be committed to — and totally committed to – being an independent with an independent voice.

We’re not trying to start another party.

I will make a decision in January -- at the end of this year.