Joe Manchin: “I actually think from a long term political standpoint, it`s also deadly, I don`t see how this is going to work in their…”

The pledge is simply this: that you remain independent and not be part of the Democrat or Republican system.

We don't even have a budget anymore.

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

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