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2001-12-08

December 8, 2001

Kenneth L. Zwick, Director
Office of Management Programs, Civic Division
U.S. Department of Justice


Dear Mr. Zwick:

I am writing this 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 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
Watertown, CA

2001-12-08