No Labels, the purportedly bipartisan interest group, learned a valuable lesson about consensus campaigning and governance during their recent event at Saint Anselm College in Manchester, N.H. There, Senator Joe Manchin III and Jon Huntsman Jr. unveiled No Labels’ policy manifesto for political compromise. However, despite their claims that they were not a bipartisan presidential ticket, both men emphasized the need for the Republican and Democratic 2024 nominees to embrace moderation, hinting at a potential threat if they didn’t comply.
The event was attended by influential figures such as Joseph I. Lieberman, Benjamin Chavis, and Pat McCrory, who expressed their support for cooperation and compromise.
During the event, Jon Huntsman lamented the lack of representation for the common-sense majority and described the political landscape as a chaotic three-ring circus.
However, the dream of a unified ticket quickly faded as disagreements arose when discussing practical solutions.
One audience member expressed concerns about climate change and Mr. Manchin’s support for a new natural gas pipeline in his home state. In response, Mr. Manchin referred to No Labels’ manifesto, advocating for an “all of the above” energy policy that includes both renewable energy sources and fossil fuels. Mr. Huntsman, on the other hand, suggested implementing a carbon tax to reduce the use of oil, gas, and coal—an idea that Mr. Manchin strongly opposed.
Even on the topic of gun control, the two could not find common ground. They disagreed on the No Labels plan for universal background checks and raising the buying age for certain firearms.
Mr. Manchin, who previously co-wrote a universal background check bill that failed in the Senate, suggested finding a balance in curbing gun purchases. Mr. Huntsman, on the other hand, relied on his party’s focus on mental health care rather than stricter gun regulation.
Their disagreement also extended to Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene. While Mr. Huntsman objected to being asked about her controversial statement on NATO, Mr. Manchin refused to speak ill of any sitting member of Congress.
The issue of undisclosed donors also caused friction. Both men agreed that No Labels should not have to reveal their donor list, despite allegations that it leans heavily Republican and seeks to advance the interests of former President Donald J. Trump. No Labels denied these claims, but chose not to disclose their current donors, citing the “rules of the game.”
Mr. Huntsman expressed his dissatisfaction with the lack of transparency and accountability in the system, summing it up by saying, “The system sucks.”
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