dojA000354.xml

dojA000354.xml

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2001-12-04

Tuesday, December 04, 2001 4:17 PM
Equal benefits for all victims

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
economiclosses 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 whomleft 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
Miami Beach, FL

2001-12-04