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2001-12-05

Wednesday, December 05, 2001 2:43 PM
Victim Comp Comments

Kenneth L. Zwick, Director
Office of Management Programs, Civil Division
U.S. Department of Justice

Dear Mr. Zwick:

This email is in response to the Department of Justice's request for
comments regarding the upcoming 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

2001-12-05