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2001-12-04

Tuesday, December 04, 2001 4:31 PM
Sept 11 Compensation Fund

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
Jamaica Plain, MA

2001-12-04