E-mail a friendApril 13, 2009
Rep. Henry Waxman, chair of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, discusses moving to a low carbon-energy economy, greening the ghetto and healthcare. Actor Idris Elba talks about working with people who've influenced his career, guest-starring on The Office and his role in the film Obsessed.
Rep. Henry Waxman
Rep. Henry Waxman
House Energy & Commerce Committee chair describes how the U.S. can provide jobs while working towards energy independence. (2:34)
Full interview. (14:19)
Rep. Henry Waxman has represented California since ‘75. In January, he became chair of the Committee on Energy and Commerce, which has oversight of various functions, including energy policy, consumer protection and interstate and foreign commerce. A longtime champion of environmental and public health protection, Waxman introduced the first bill in Congress (in '92) to stabilize the climate. Prior to his election to Congress, the Los Angeles native served three terms in the California State Assembly.
Idris Elba
Idris Elba
Obsessed star says he sees himself as a rising talent. (1:46)
Full interview. (10:37)
British import Idris Elba is making his mark in Hollywood. Known as "Stringer Bell" in HBO's critically acclaimed series, The Wire, he's had various TV show guest spots, including on NBC's The Office and HBO's new series No. 1 Ladies' Detective Agency. He also stars in the feature thriller, Obsessed. Elba started his career on the London stage and, by age 24, was a mainstay on British television. A self-professed "music nerd," he's been working on a CD and, this summer, is performing at festivals in England.