dojA001263.xml

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2001-12-07

Friday, December 07, 2001 8:47 AM
Compensation must be for all victims

Kenneth L. Zwick, Director
Office of Management Programs, Civil Division
U.S. Department of Justice

victimcomp.comments@usdoj.gov

Dear Mr. Zwick:

I am writing to add my input for public comments regarding the forthcoming
regulations for implementing and administering the "September 11 Victim
Compensation Fund."

It is reprehensible for this Department to draft regulations that would not
ensure compensation is available to all victims of the attack, including the
committed partners and especially 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
Carlisle, PA

2001-12-07