Joe Manchin actually said...

"I don't know what a perfect bill looks like, but I know when I decide to vote for a bill I ask myself three things: will this improve the quality of life of my constituents; is it better than the stat..."

"To suggest otherwise and to attack the integrity of such a strong defender of public health is something that should offend all Americans."

"I also want to express my appreciation to you for holding this hearing and to Senators FLAKE, MCCAIN, CRAPO, RISCH, and HELLER for introducing this important and timely piece of legislation."

"Some of the same people have also argued that this bill is worse than current law. That is just another cheap attempt to try and distort the tireless work Senator Lautenberg gave to the bill."