dojA000669.xml

dojA000669.xml

born-digital

email

yes

no

2001-12-05

Wednesday, December 05, 2001 3:14 AM
september 11th attacks


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 believe that compensation should be available to ALL victims of the terrorist attacks, regardless of sexual orientation. This means that compensation should be available to the committed partners and the
non-biological children of gay and lesbian victims as well as members of traditional families.

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
Bonita, CA

2001-12-05