A000689
Wednesday, December 05, 2001 6:46 AM
victim benefits
Dear Mr. Zwick,
I am writing in response to the Departrment of Justice'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 patrtners and the non-
biological children of gay and lesbian vistims.
It is unquestionablke 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 one. I urge the Department of Justice to honor
these bonds by treating the families of gay and lesbian victims as
you would any other.
Sincerely,
Individual Comment
Aurora, NY