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2001-12-04

Tuesday, December 04, 2001 6:09 PM

December 12, 2001

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 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

2001-12-04