dojA003400.xml

dojA003400.xml

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2001-12-19

Wednesday, December 19, 2001 2:32 PM
Request for public comment

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 gays and lesbians.


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.


I urge the Department to treat the families of gay and lesbian victims as you would any other.

Sincerely,

Individual Comment
Boston, MA

2001-12-19