Yahoo.com news is reporting that this nomination will be "a Republican issue" Meaning the Republicans have more to lose by opposing the nomination/confirmation. Democrats claim that Hispanics will strongly endorse Sotomayor's appointment and that Republicans will not oppose it because of the political backlash. Republicans lost key states in West by not winning the Hispanic vote. As Michael Corleone said, "It's not personal, it's just business." No one should be opposed to her just because she is Hispanic or female. I admire her "life story". However, when her opinions and beliefs clash with our life stories, then she should have to endure the advise and consent procedures that every other judicial nominee goes through. And each and every Senator should vote his conscience and the will of his constituency. Write your Senators, and yes even the ones that don't listen or answer you and let them know your concerns. Too often these important proceedings are just given the "ole rubber stamp" treatment. Somebody needs to ask the tough questions of this nominee and get answers.