Alan Lowenthal: “I learned just a few minutes ago that my wonderful Senator from the State of California, Senator Barbara Boxer, will not…”

“I learned just a few minutes ago that my wonderful Senator from the State of California, Senator Barbara Boxer, will not be seeking reelection in 2016, and although we do have this wonderful Senator for 2 more years, I just wanted to say a few words about my great admiration for Senator Boxer. I have been a great admirer of her since the 1980s when she was in the House. I helped to work when she ran for the United States Senate in 1992. She has been a great leader. She has been a champion voice for the environment. She spoke out about climate change before anyone else spoke out about it. She was one of the first to really speak out for all progressive causes. She has fought for workers. I want her to know that California will miss her. We will count on her leadership for the next 2 years here in Congress, and then after that, I just want to say it will be a great loss. I will miss her greatly. ____________________”