dojA001190.xml

dojA001190.xml

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2001-12-06

Thursday, December 06, 2001 2:51 PM
Sept 11


Dear Mr. Zwick:

I am writing in response to the Department's request for public comments
regarding the forthcoming regulations for implementing and the administering
"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