2010 - U.S. House of Representatives - Jim - Himes - "Solar"2010-01-01Himes, Jimhttp://rightsstatements.org/vocab/NKC/1.0/enghttp://congressarchives.org/record/P-1970-133331In his 2010 presidential campaign ad, Independent Party candidate Jim Himes focuses on the U.S.'s role in clean energy leadership and job creation. Filmed at the Opal Solar facility and various solar panel factories, Himes emphasizes bolstering energy independence, legislative achievements in Connecticut, and the economic benefits of alternative energy development. His core message promotes green energy as a means to stimulate job growth.