dojA000408.xml

dojA000408.xml

born-digital

email

yes

no

2001-12-04

Tuesday, December 04, 2001 5:33 PM
Fairness to all

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
Spokane, WA

2001-12-04