Liability does apply with respect to the amount of the oil spill.

The way Americans most understand the history of Latinos in this country, a lot of it is being told now through the lens of what's happening with the immigration debate. While that's an important debate that has security and moral implications, in my view, there's also a huge history of Latinos in the United States that's never been told.

Nothing in life and nothing that we do is risk-free.

I think the future for solar energy is bright.

We are talking about institutionalizing a program on solar development that will outlast the Obama administration.

Growing up in a very rural and remote area in Colorado's San Luis Valley - one of the poorest counties in the United States - essentially created the framework of values from which I operate. I stand up for the little guy. I fight discrimination at all levels. I fight for an inclusive America.

Liability does apply with respect to the amount of the oil spill.