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2001-12-12

Wednesday, December 12, 2001 4:44 PM
September 11 Victim Compensation Fund

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

> Dear Mr. Zwick:
>
> I am writing in response to the Department's request for public comments
> regarding the forthcoming regulations for implementing and the
> administering "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
Anchorage, AK

2001-12-12