dojA000678.xml

dojA000678.xml

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2001-12-05

Wednesday, December 05, 2001 4:28 AM

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
Arlington, VA

2001-12-05