“I think that nuclear power is worth the risk, but the power plants need to be safer.” Colin Loughran, 18, chemistry, Fountain Valley
“I think that we should shut down any nuclear power plant that isn’t safe, make it safer and more contained before re-opening it.” Andrew DiLuzio, 21, art Cypress
“Nuclear power makes me apprehensive, but big oil companies and their lobbyists won’t allow the development of alternative energy.” Carolina Ruiz, 41, criminal justice, Walnut
“I was pro-nuclear before, now I would rather see us go in the direction of wind and solar power.” Linelle Northcott 54, criminal justice, Costa Mesa
Photos and interviews
by Erik Silkenson
