[Boomer]

One would think WV would want a solid conservative to represent them instead of a squishy dem.

[Theodore R.]

“The democracy” dies hard in WV.

[buckalfa]

"One would think WV would want a solid conservative to represent them instead of a squishy dem."

You would think, but the WV GOP is running a squishy candidate versus a squishy Democrat. That and the Rats still hold a sizeable edge in voter registration. Also do not forget somewhat strong pro union sentiment exists in Wv and the Manchin's are an old line political family in the state.