Joe Manchin: “In your view, what risks do the Budget Control Act and sequestration pose to achieving this strategy?”

We don't even have a budget anymore.

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

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.