Joe Manchin: “If I can just ask: Is the rebels or the coalition forces, which we are supporting in Syria--are they more intent on…”

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

They don't believe in these extreme causes and going to the extreme mats and fighting each other and hating the other side.

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

We’re not trying to start another party.