October 05, 2011

Manchin Statement on West Va. Election Results

Washington, D.C.– U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) issued the following statement tonight on the results of the West Virginia gubernatorial election:

“After tonight, we must put politics aside and move on with our work of making West Virginia an even better place to live,” Senator Manchin said. “I congratulate my friend Earl Ray Tomblin for this well-deserved victory tonight, and I truly look forward to continuing to work with him on our shared priorities for our state. The people of West Virginia have a legacy of balancing their books, living within their means and taking care of the people who most need help – and I know that we will continue that legacy together.” 

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