dojA000121.xml

dojA000121.xml

born-digital

email

yes

no

2001-11-28

Wednesday, November 28, 2001 4:35 PM
equality

Dear Director Zwick,

Although I would write a formal letter, since time is of the essence I am
choosing to send an email.
I am aware the Deparment of Justice is inviting public comment regarding
the rules governing the September 11th Victim Compensation Fund. I urge the
Department to be inclusive of gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgendered
people and their families who suffered from the attacks.

As many individuals in the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community
have eloquently addressed -- the attack on September 11th did not
discriminate according to sexual orientation. The sexual orientation of the
American Airlines pilot, the man who helped foil the last hijacking, or the
countless others killed -- did not matter during those moments and their
aftermath. However, it does matter now because those who lost their life
partners or de facto parents or children might be further victimized by
current legal discrimination based on sexual orientation (e.g., marriage,
adoption).

I strongly urge you to be inclusive of all victims of September 11th and
their families - and equitably distribute much needed funds.

Sincerely,

Individual Comment
Santa Cruz, CA

2001-11-28