dojA000866.xml

dojA000866.xml

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2001-12-05

Sent: Wednesday, December 05, 2001 1:51 PM
Subject: September 11 victims

Dear Kenneth 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
New York, NY

2001-12-05