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2001-12-06

Thursday, December 06, 2001 12:52 PM
KennethL. Zwick, Director

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 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

2001-12-06