It's disappointing. We need to see more of a commitment than, 'Oh, we can do better.' What steps are they taking?

We know this is a difficult issue, but there has been too much focus on finger-pointing and not enough on how to move forward on this critically important issue.

I commend Wal-Mart for taking this important step of establishing an Employment Practices Advisory Panel and for selecting such highly distinguished leaders to participate in this effort. Dennis Archer and Vilma Martinez are two of the most well respected civil rights and employment opportunity experts in the nation. They both have a lifetime of service and commitment to promoting social justice, equality and diversity. With this Panel, Wal-Mart is moving in the right direction to achieve a broader positive impact for their workforce.

The disaster response -- both public and private -- was a disaster for Latinos and other communities of color.

We want to make sure that everyone has access to the American dream. I think Los Angeles can lead the way. We have the opportunity. This is our moment.

We are reaching out to this administration. We think it is a unique opportunity . . . to get things done.