dojA000907.xml

dojA000907.xml

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2001-12-10

Dear Mr. Zwick:

I am writing in response to the Department's request for
public comments regarding the forthcoming regulations for
implementing and administering the "September 11 Victim
Compensation Fund." I strongly urge the Department to
draft regulations that ensure compensation is available to
all victims of the attack, including the committed partners
and the non-biological children of gay and lesbian victims.

It is unquestionable that the devastating grief and
economic losses suffered by the families of gay and lesbian
victims are no less than that of other families. Just as
the terrorists drew no lines in choosing their victims, our
country must draw no lines in compensating those who
suffered the most personal of losses from these horrific
attacks.

Many Americans lost their lives on September 11, each of
whom left behind loved ones. I urge the Department to
honor these bonds by treating the families of gay and
lesbian victims as you would any other.

Sincerely,



Individual Comment
West Palm Beach, FL

2001-12-10