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2002-03-14

Thursday, March 14, 2002 1:24 PM
Article: 9/11 Fund to Discriminate Against Gays

Dear Mr.Zwick,
It has come to my attention that the September11th Victim Compensation
Fund, of which I am one of the millions of contributors, does not give
assistance to the vast majority of partners and families of those 911
victims who were gay men and lesbians. THis is mind boggling and I
strongly disapprove of your policy. I am also deeply disturbed that my
donation turns out to be discriminatory toward a significant group of
Americans.

I find your reasoning faulty, and wonder if this is a homophobic bias on
the part of your department. Surely, if exceptions can be made for the
families of undocumented aliens (a move that I approve of heartily), you
can find a way to face the potential individual lawsuits you fear? For
God's sake, you are part of the Justice Department, after all!

By way of information, I have copied the electronic article where I've
learned about this issue. If it is in error, I would appreciate your
response and send you, ain advance, my apologies. I am not one to spread
incorrect information.

Thank you for your time,

Individual Comment
Port Townsend, Washington
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9/11 Fund to Discriminate Against Gays
About.com - US Politics
March 11, 2002

2002-03-14