Joe Manchin actually said...

I think, first of all, I want to commend all of you for working with our office so close on this new caucus.

I think you all realize the sensitivity of what we're dealing with here, trying to make sure that we give you what is needed to keep this sa...

We have to have the political courage both in facing the budget for fiscal year 2013 and the threat of sequestration.

I am deeply concerned, and I think you are right. I know you are right in the fact that we are always reacting instead of being proactive.