So, Manchin speaks to the plebes from high atop his

[boston bean]

cruising boat. The plebes are in row boats and kayaks, below.

Really bad optics.

But they did tell him a thing or two. But I think it had zero effect. He was chuckling. Maybe nervously, but I doubt it.

Link to tweet

[underpants]

1. He lives in the houseboat

[boston bean]

2. Isn't that marvelous.

[bottomofthehill]

3. One of the least expensive ways to live in DC

[boston bean]

4. He has something to rest his head under.

[underpants]

5. Exactly

[boston bean]

6. He isn't poor. He just prefers the cruiser.