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2001-12-04

Tuesday, December 04, 2001 6:18 PM
September 11 Victim Compensation Fund Regulation Comment

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

Dear Mr. Zwick:

RE: Your department's request for public comments regarding the forthcoming regulations for implementing and administering the "September 11 Victim Compensation Fund."


I strongly urge that the regulations 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 would be unconscionable to deny compensation to these families and their losses are no less than those suffered by others.



It is shocking that any American would seek to deny any family what is rightfully due them. Just as the terrorists drew no lines in choosing their victims, our country must draw no lines in compensating those who suffered losses from these horrific attacks.

Many Americans lost their lives on September 11, each of whom left behind loved ones. In the best spirit of the American way, I urge the Department treat every family the same.

Sincerely,





Individual Comment
Maryville, TN

2001-12-04