A001375
Sunday, December 09, 2001 1:06 PM
relief for families of gay and lesbian victims of 9/11
Dear Mr. Zwick:
I am writing to offer my comments on the forthcoming regulations for the
"September 11 Victim Compensation Fund." I urge the Department in the
strongest terms 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