Joe Manchin: “I include with this testimony the text of a letter of support for its companion bill in the Senate.”

I will make a decision in January -- at the end of this year.

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

We’re not trying to start another party.

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