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In reply to the discussion: Manchin: Primary me if you want, I won't go 'nuclear' [View all]GB_RN
(2,391 posts)He says he hasn't changed his mind on the filibuster, but there's video/audio of him back in 2011 or so, stating that the filibuster was just a tool of obstruction by the Republican Party and it needed to go.
I heard the audio while I was eating dinner this evening and while can't find it online right now, I did dig up this article, which is linked from his OWN web site, dated 10/13/2011, stating his opposition to the filibuster. The quote in it is pretty much word for word what he said in the audio from TV tonight.
So, before anyone goes and reports me for bashing Democrats, using Republican talking points or any of that, I'm not. I'm just pointing out the man's clearly stated position in the past, and that he's contradicting himself now. If I wanted to bash him, it would be quite obvious, as there would be a lot of four-letter words.