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A US Senator from the Republican party whom Manchin describes as one of the 'best of the best' to work with and with whom he joked about starting a 'not stupid party'.
A late US Senator whose famous 'thumbs-down' vote on the repeal of the Affordable Care Act is referenced by Manchin during the discussion on healthcare.
The former official United States policy on military service by gays, bisexuals, and lesbians. Manchin admits he was wrong to initially vote against its repeal.
The concept that the Democratic and Republican parties maintain a joint monopoly on political power. Phillips argues that this system is destructive and only serves the parties themselves.
Joe Manchin's new book, which is the subject of the interview, detailing his political philosophy and key moments in his career.
The 35th US President, whose inaugural address quote, 'Ask not what your country can do for you...', is cited by Manchin as a foundational principle he feels is being lost to an entitlement culture.
The state represented by Senator Joe Manchin. He often refers to the values and perspectives of his constituents as his 'northstar' for political decisions.
A comprehensive healthcare reform law enacted in 2010. Manchin discusses the political battles surrounding it, mentioning John McCain's famous vote, and the failure to achieve bipartisan fixes.
A condition that requires individuals receiving certain government benefits to be employed or engaged in work-related activities. Manchin is a strong proponent of this principle.
A major piece of legislation focused on upgrading U.S. infrastructure, which Manchin successfully negotiated and passed with bipartisan support, separate from the BBB.
A $1.9 trillion economic stimulus bill passed in 2021. Manchin criticized it as being too large and inflationary, and a turn towards social reform rather than targeted relief.
A senator who, along with Joe Manchin, voted against eliminating the legislative filibuster, thereby blocking a key objective of the Democratic party's progressive wing.