dojA001524.xml

dojA001524.xml

born-digital

email

yes

no

2001-12-12

Wednesday, December 12, 2001 5:55 PM
Re:include children of gay and lesbian parents in benefits!

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 attach, 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 compensting 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

2001-12-12