Thank you so much for reminding people of the anniversary of woman suffrage in the United States. So often this day goes entirely unremarked, despite the central importance of the right to vote and the long struggle of women to obtain the ballot. We should all remember to stop and acknowledge the debt on August 26th as well as go to the polls and vote! Without voting, no level of government really hears you speak.
Elizabeth, Livermore

At 88 years, I've seen many changes for women that improved our lives, though we still have a long, long way to go, as recent incidents have clearly shown. I'm proud to say I'm a constituent of Senator Boxer, and think you do a wonderful job. Thank you!
Jean, Sherman Oaks

Thank you for your email discussing (and celebrating!) the 1920 Amendment! I was excited to read your letter and appreciate your support of women's (anyone's) right to vote. As a man, I'm thrilled to live at a time and in a country where women are equal. We need ongoing (and more) leadership that increases education, embraces science & knowledge so that individuals gain confidence and generate "a voice" based on reasoning. Furthermore, I applaud your work to improve women's rights by providing financial support for their health, birth control, etc...these are essential knowledge areas for our freedom and creates a healthier society.
Erik, Truckee

I just wanted to thank you for remembering and recognizing the anniversary of the 19th Amendment. It shocks me that there are still issues based solely on whether a person is a woman. I can't believe birth control and abortion are still "issues" all these years later! They are not the business of government, they are personal decisions. Keep up the good fight!
Katy, Hermosa Beach

It was great to hear from you reminding us about the 19th amendment about the full power of the constitution to be applied towards the voting rights of women in our country. As the father of two daughters and grandfather of one of their daughters, it is especially important to me and my wife. As you have also pointed out correctly, the stark fact that women make only 77% of what men make for comparable work they do in the workplace, a sad reminder to reality. Obviously, we have a long way to go to achieve the level of equality in financial terms. Senators like you and other like minded senators should work together towards bringing this inequality in focus and do whatever is needed in practical terms to attain equality in compensation. I am sure we can count on your support.
Sailes, Livermore

I am delighted to get your email. While America has allowed women to vote, I think minority women are a neglected lot. They need better representation in offices and the government. I am a proud American citizen, and a minority woman. Much more awareness needs to be awakened in mainstream America to respect minority women's rights. I sacrificed having a family for my American dream and hope the government with President Obama's leadership in the second term, moves forward to create a better economy and a world order. I am searching for employment and cannot find work commensurate with my education, due to my ethnic minority status. Please continue your good work. Sincerely,
Deepti, San Francisco

Thank you for reminding us all of the begining of womens rights. Indeed we have a very long way to go until Fools like Aiken can learn the difference of forceable rape vs legitimate rape. Some men talk about us like we are still in ancient cultures and they OWN us and our bodies...even after they forcebly rape us and leave us pregnant with their babies. It's about time the laws get set straight and start to protect the women and mothers of this world. Thank you Senator Boxer for keeping us upfront in your mind.
Susan, Los Angeles

Thank you for putting the big picture frame around the recent small mean-spirited actions of the opposition party members. The majority of emotionally intelligent women no doubt react to the current irrational travesty being pursued by Republicans, but the human plight of women for all these decades is the backbone of the fight that goes beyond political parties.
Elizabeth, Ojai

I am proud and appreciative of the suffrage movement that opened the door for the equality for women. I am offended however that your message claims the August 1st health care reform offers women services for free. Nothing in life is FREE and telling people this furthers our problems with families lacking or striving for financial self sufficiency. We the people, or rather those of us tax payers, are footing the bill whether we wish to or not. Please don't insult your readers or us Californian's by claiming the government offers anything for free.
Katie, Fresno

Thank you for your lovely note about the anniversary of Women's Suffrage. It is nice to know that such a celebration does not go unsung. As we get closer to election day, the women of America are going to take more cheap shots with some of them coming from other women. But, I want to share with you another great day in history. Well, actually it hasn't happened yet. It is the National Rally for Improving Birth on September 3, 2012, Labor Day. www.improvingbirth.org This rally is to make America aware that women (and their families) are crying for evidence based maternity care. Cesearean sections are the most commonly performed MAJOR surgery performed in the US because doctors are not practicing evidence based care. I love that this rally is happening on Labor Day and not because of the word labor. I love that it is happening on a day that is a celebration of employee rights. The fire in a New York City factory over a 100yrs ago employed mostly women and almost all of them perished. From the ashes of that fire, was born unionization and a national day of recognition. I love that it is on Labor Day because women are half the workforce and we hold up half the sky. This fight still continues and we are still fighting for our RIGHTS! Respectfuly,
Lisa, San Marcos