dojR000856.xml

dojR000856.xml

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2002-03-15

Friday, March 15, 2002 3:03 PM
Protest of DOJ Decision on Beneficiaries of 9/11 Funds


Dear Mr. President, et al:

I am extremely disappointed in the Federal government's decisions on
which survivors of those tragically murdered on September 11th will
receive grants from the government.

To ignore the gay partners of men and women killed is not justice,
nor is it compassionate. Men and women love other men and women and
share their lives, their finances and their homes with them. They
share the same grief of those who were legally married. They also
share the same financial hardships associated with this loss.
Mortgages need to be paid, apartment rents, car payments, etc.

It is a shame that in the United States we look to the majority
opinions on this (e.g., state law) rather than protecting the
minorities. I do understand that spouses of illegal aliens will be
included in the funds. What does this take place and yet others,
only because they are gay and only because they have no legal status
are excluded?

September 11th was truly a national tragedy, why compound it with
uncaring and unjust decisions and actions?

I hope you will reconsider your decision. Please do.

Sincerely,

Individual Comment

2002-03-15