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2001-12-07

Friday, December 07, 2001 11:45 AM
September 11 Victim Compensation Program

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

Re: September 11 Victim Compensation Program

Dear Mr. Zwick:

I am writing in response to the Department's request
for public comments regarding the forthcoming
regulations for implementing and the administering
"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
New York, NY

2001-12-07