Blue Dog Democratic Senator Won’t Commit To Obama

Joe Manchin of West Virginia isn’t sure who he’ll vote for in November, telling the National Journal, “I’ll look at the options.”

That stance is at odds with almost every other Democrat who is up for reelection this year or is from a state that Romney is likely to win. And it’s an indication of the unique effort Manchin has made to establish his independence from Obama and other Democrats. The senator has regularly used floor speeches and closely watched votes to, as he puts it, “respectfully” highlight differences with Obama, especially on environmental issues. He said Obama has never called him or sought a one-on-one conversation.

Manchin said his own vote will depend on how his constituents view the contest.

By: Alan

Alan Colmes is the publisher of Liberaland.