2018 West Virginia US Senate Voters Guide
Joe Manchin (D) vs Patrick Morrisey (R)
US Senate | Election | Nov 6, 2018
The Candidates
Mostly ban. Lifelong abortion opponent, but recognizes that Americans are divided on this. Voted for bill prohibiting abortions after 20 weeks & opposes any public funding.
Ban. Overturn Roe v Wade, stop “the pro-abortion agenda” in Congress & legislate nationwide restrictions similar to WV’s.
Yes, disclose funders. No, on Citizen’s United. Says the decision has “destroyed this country.”
Unknown.
No to regulating greenhouse gases: “No one is going to stop using fossil [fuels] for a long time.” But required WV utilities to get 25% of energy from renewable sources by 2025.
No to regulating greenhouse gases. Led states suing to overturn Obama Clean Power Plan. Opposed renewable energy mandate in ad against a primary opponent.
Yes. Strong advocate for religious liberty.
Yes. Supports the tariffs 100%. Historically, trade deals have not been good for WV.
No statement found.
Opposes personally, but accepts as settled law.
Opposes restrictions in most areas. Opposed banning semi-automatic weapons, but supports background checks for gun show or internet sales.
Yes. No abortion funding, but committed to “helping women get vital health services, like cancer screenings & preventive care.”
No statement found.
Yes.
Yes.
Unknown.
Took no stand after Democratic legislators requested he support net neutrality.
Voted 61% in support of Trump positions as of August 2018.
Yes. Introduced bills to refinance at market rates & to limit repayment to 15% of income. Signed on to support & strengthen Pell Grants.
Other senate candidates include Rusty Hollen (Libertarian). Due to limited space, we can only include candidates who poll 15% or higher, but encourage you to check out his website.
Key sites consulted included Votesmart.org, OntheIssues.org, FactCheck.org, Politifact.com, & public candidate statements. For guides to local races, see Vote411.org from the League of Women Voters & Ballotready.org.
