Manchin to Kick Off 'Commonsense Solutions' Week
Manchin will travel to 9 counties, discuss commonsense solutions to pressing challenges affecting the nation, state and families
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) on Tuesday will officially launch his “Commonsense Solutions” week in South Charleston, a series of events devoted to presenting commonsense solutions that will help solve some of the most pressing challenges facing West Virginia and the country.
As part of “Commonsense Solutions” week, Senator Manchin will travel across West Virginia to introduce a series of new policy proposals and solutions to problems including our nation’s fiscal crisis, high unemployment rates and substance abuse in our communities.
“These are difficult times in America, but we cannot run from challenges; we must face them head-on. After spending several months listening to West Virginians, it’s clear that now is the time to come together and create commonsense solutions that will move this nation forward,” Senator Manchin said. “Next week, I will travel to communities all across our great state, meeting with residents and local leaders to present new ideas to tackle problems small and large. When it comes to creating a better future for the next generation, I’m inspired by the fact that we did it in our state and we can do it across this great nation if we work together and adopt commonsense solutions.”
Highlights of the week include:
- Tuesday: Coffee and Common Sense event and Town Hall Meeting: Senator Manchin will discuss commonsense proposals to improve our economic future and put our fiscal house in order with West Virginians at 9 a.m. in South Charleston. He will also hold a town hall meeting at 6 p.m. in Bluefield.
- Wednesday: Press event with community leaders: Senator Manchin will announce his support for legislation to keep our children, families and communities safe from substance abuse at 10:30 a.m. in Huntington.
- Thursday: Focus on Jobs: Senator Manchin will address the West Virginia Leadership Conference, and announce legislation to make jobs our top priority at 9:30 a.m. in Morgantown. Senator Manchin will later address IBEW and visit the IBM site in Mineral County.
- Friday: Coffee and Common Sense event: Senator Manchin will host an event in Kingwood to discuss commonsense proposals and the challenges ahead for the nation.
- Saturday: Coffee and Common Sense event: Senator Manchin will host an event in Grafton to discuss commonsense proposals and the challenges ahead for the nation.
A comprehensive public schedule follows, with possible additions later in the week.
**For Planning Purposes**
Public/Media Schedule for Senator Joe Manchin
TUESDAY, April 26
Coffee and Common Sense
When: 9 a.m.
Where: The Daily Cup, 246 7th Avenue, South Charleston
What: During this “Coffee and Common Sense” event, Senator Manchin will introduce legislation to rein in federal spending.
Visit Summers County Courthouse
When: 1:15 p.m.
Where: Summers County Courthouse, Circuit Courtroom, Second Floor, 120 Ballengee Street, Hinton
What: Senator Manchin will visit with residents and local officials at the Summers County Courthouse.
Visit Monroe County Courthouse
When: 3:30 p.m.
Where: Monroe County Courthouse, Circuit Courtroom, Second Floor, 216 Main Street, Union
What: Senator Manchin will visit with residents and local officials at the Monroe County Courthouse.
Town hall meeting
When: 6 p.m.
Where: Bluefield State College, Herbert Gallery in the Harris-Jefferson Student Center, 219 Rock Street, Bluefield
What: Senator Manchin will host a town hall meeting.
WEDNESDAY, April 27
Introduction of national drug abuse prevention legislation
When: 10:30 a.m.
Where: Cabell Huntington Hospital, 1340 Hal Greer Boulevard, Huntington
What: Senator Manchin will introduce legislation to prevent substance abuse and keep West Virginia youth safe.
Visit to Marshall University
When: 4 p.m.
Where: Marshall University, Smith Hall (1 John Marshall Drive), Room 333, Huntington
What: Senator Manchin speaks with students at Marshall University
THURSDAY, April 28
2011 West Virginia Leadership Conference
When: 9:30 a.m.
Where: Waterfront Place Hotel, 2 Waterfront Place, Morgantown
What: Senator Manchin will address the 2011 West Virginia Leadership Conference and unveil new jobs legislation.
2011 IBEW Fourth District Progress Meeting
When: 11 a.m.
Where: Lakeview Golf Resort, One Lakeview Drive, Morgantown
What: Senator Manchin will address the 2011 IBEW Fourth District Progress Meeting and discuss his jobs legislation.
Visit IBM and Speak with Staff
When: 2 p.m.
Where: IBM Hilltop Office Complex, Building 200 (Allegany Ballistics Laboratory), Cafeteria, 310 State Route 956, north of Keyser
What: Senator Manchin will visit IBM, speak with staff and hold a media event to discuss jobs in the area.
FRIDAY, April 29
Coffee and Common Sense
When: 9 a.m.
Where: Becky’s Café, Route 26 Tunnelton Street, Kingwood
What: Senator Manchin will host “Coffee and Common Sense” with local residents.
SATURDAY, April 30
Coffee and Common Sense
When: 9:30 a.m.
Where: Jerry’s Restaurant, 242 Barrett Street, Grafton
What: Senator Manchin will host “Coffee and Common Sense” with local residents.
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