dojA005515.xml

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2001-12-12

December 12, 2001

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

Dear Mr. Zwick:

I am writing in response to the Department's request for public comments regarding
regulations for implementing and administering the "September 11 Victim Compensation
Fund." I strongly urge the Department to draft regulations that ensure that 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 unmarried and 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
Van Nuys, CA

2001-12-12