Quotes by Joe Manchin III

A child's geographic location, race or parent's income level should not predetermine their life's course and it's up to us to see that they don't.
– Joe Manchin III
Every child should have a caring adult in their lives. And that's not always a biological parent or family member. It may be a friend or neighbor. Often times it is a teacher.
– Joe Manchin III
I believe that the senior citizens of today have been overlooked as sources of strength, stability and vitality in our communities. And by too often discounting the value of seniors and the wisdom they offer, programs have been developed to assist seniors that do not truly address their very real needs and desires.
– Joe Manchin III
The people of West Virginia have made it clear that they will no longer tolerate a government that is out of step with the economy of this state.
– Joe Manchin III
We need to do a much better job of educating our children about their career choices.
– Joe Manchin III
I fully expect to be able to complete one more campaign goal - and that is to proudly report that signs have been erected as you enter our great state that say 'Welcome to Wild, Wonderful West Virginia: Open for Business!'
– Joe Manchin III
I want each and every West Virginian to have bragging rights. I want to stop playing defense and start playing offense. So, together, let us grab the reins of history.
– Joe Manchin III
Our workers comp debt is the Achilles heel of our state's economy, and I firmly believe that in order to create more good jobs in West Virginia this system must be fixed and it must be fixed now. We cannot afford to wait even one more minute.
– Joe Manchin III
The work completed during the special session was just the beginning. During those six days we lit a spark that will positively impact the lives of our children and grandchildren, but the full fire is yet to come.
– Joe Manchin III
Wherever there is one job on the verge of being lost, I will fight to save it. Wherever there is one company looking to grow in West Virginia, I will fight to make that growth a reality.
– Joe Manchin III
We have reduced sales tax on food. Now we want it eliminated.
– Joe Manchin III
In West Virginia, the most vulnerable people we have are people who get up every morning and go to work.
– Joe Manchin III
I believe in health care reform.
– Joe Manchin III
Come to West Virginia and we'll show you how to live... how to treat people. We're open for business. West Virginia is truly on the move.
– Joe Manchin III