Joe Manchin actually said...

One of the strongest arguments being made for privatizing or incorporating our air traffic control system, is it would allow it to be financially self-sustaining, free from the political forces that often drive Federal appropriations.

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Manchin argues privatization could lead to financial independence from political influences.

05/18/2015

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