PolitiQuote

Discover video-sourced quotes by politicians

Rene Lopez: “Wind and solar can be in the mix, but it shouldn't be…”

Featuring: Rene Lopez, Republican | Arizona Corporation Commission

Watch on YouTube

Arizona Debates: Corporation Commission

Published | Video Starts at 29:12

Just so, in the end, what we need to do is ensure that we have that diverse portfolio that we do. Take it all. Again, Wind and solar can be in the mix, but it shouldn't be subsidized. Just like anything else, energy wise, it should be subsidized. That is why when we talk about nuclear, small modular reactors is a possibility in the next five to ten years. (29:12–29:16)

CLAIM

Asserts that wind and solar energy should not receive subsidies.

This is an excerpt from a raw transcript. The assertions have not been audited or verified. Tap the video to view the source footage and understand the context.


Rene Lopez

Discover more from

Rene Lopez

Report A Transcription Error

Please report any error in the automated transcription.

About PolitiQuote

PolitiQuote is a civic library index to statements made by politicians in publicly available video records. The index is created automatically from transcripts, with no editorial oversight or analysis. Highlighted quotes are selected by AI. Words may be added in parentheses to offer context for the quote. There may be errors in the transcription and display, so listen to the video to ensure accuracy.

PolitiQuote is a service of Gigafact Foundation, a nonpartisan nonprofit advancing facts and information transparency, community by community.

Visit gigafact.org to learn more.