I am sad to read all the hate written towards Senator Boxer on the below posts. I understand that abortion is abhorrent to some people, but am so very thankful that they have a right to express themselves. I am a godless buddhist and gay, too! Welcome to our secular country. Thank you Senator Boxer for assuring that we don't morph into a theocracy like Iran, where gay guys like me can be publicly executed for having sex. I am shocked that Keith Olberman is your favorite TV program, I thought you may have converted to Dr. Maddow, who really rocks. Like you do, Senator. Thank you for giving so many years of your life to care for our very diverse families in California. I'll be in the streets at Placita Olvera to fight for my civil rights Wednesday February 4th from 5 til 8 PM. I know you're with us. Peace and thank you!