Joe Manchin actually said...

"I'm not sure that my United States Senate desk if I jump underneath of it and hold my head will protect me this time, and that's putting it mildly."

"Imagine what it would be like if West Virginia stopped producing and delivering energy."

"The electric grid is essential to our lives and is also the lifeblood of the economy."

"I want to thank you for scheduling this hearing and for your work on this important issue."