dojA001256.xml

dojA001256.xml

born-digital

email

yes

no

2001-12-07

Friday, December 07, 2001 2:22 AM
Equal benefits...not Special rights

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
Seattle, WA

2001-12-07