Joe Manchin: “If we're not asked to stay, and they are not at the level, and the investments that we have made at that point in time…”

We’re trying to build a true independent network.

We’re not trying to start another party.

My observation, and recommendation from observation, would be, John, trust me, set yourself free and become an independent.

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.