Fellow Conservative, Last week, two-term West Virginia Governor Jim Justice announced he’s challenging Joe Manchin for the Senate seat he currently occupies.
Republican’s haven’t held this seat since 1959; Justice’s entrance into the race is a big deal. Joe Manchin has been in office since 2010 and is the LAST federally elected Democrat from West Virginia.
Not only does Sen. Manchin drive an $80,000 Maserati SUV around D.C., but he also lives on a $700,000 houseboat in one of city’s most upscale neighborhoods. And he’s spent more than $1 million in campaign funds on fine dining at fancy restaurants.
American people are paying the price.
Sen. Manchin isn’t going to go quietly into the night. His time in the Senate has afforded him the national spotlight, which won’t be easy for him to give up. He’s a constant presence on cable news, and the Washington, D.C. social scene.
Gov. Jim Justice is a conservative leader, successful businessman, high school basketball coach, and devoted family man. Before being elected, Gov. Justice led over 100 companies, creating thousands of jobs.
Gov. Justice has delivered on his promise of diversifying West Virginia’s economy. He enacted the largest personal income tax cut in state history. He protects traditional values and has been recognized as a pro-life champion, signing more pro-life legislation into law than any governor in state history. As an avid outdoorsman, he vigorously defends the Second Amendment. He is passionate about mentoring young people and serves as the head coach of his local high school basketball team.
Gov. Justice and his wife, First Lady Cathy Justice, have been best friends since high school. They recently celebrated their 46th wedding anniversary. The Governor and the First Lady have two adult children and spend time spoiling four grandchildren. In addition, they have three dogs: Lucy and Ellie, Boston Terriers, and their famous Babydog, an English Bulldog.