dojA000352.xml

dojA000352.xml

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2001-12-04

Tuesday, December 04, 2001 4:13 PM
September 11 Victim Compensation Fund

Dear Director Zwick:

I am writing in response to the Department's request
for public comments regarding 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 surviving family members of
gay and lesbian victims.

The grief and loss 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
Brooklyn, NY

2001-12-04