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2001-12-05

Wednesday, December 05, 2001 4:08 PM
Implementation Regulations for September 11th Victim
Compensation Fund


December 5, 2001
Mr. Kenneth L. Zwick
Director - Office of Management Programs, Civil Division
U.S. Department of Justice
Washington, DC
VIA FACSIMILE: (301) 519-5956


Dear Mr. Zwick:

In response to the Justice Department's request for comments regarding the
upcoming implementation regulations for the "September 11 Victim
Compensation Fund," I would strongly urge the Justice Department to ensure
these regulations are drafted to make the proposed compensation available to
ALL VICTIMS of this terrible tragedy.

For the sake of fairness and, indeed, Justice, this should include the
committed partners and non-biological children of gay and lesbian victims of
the September 11th tragedy.

As you can imagine, the grief and suffering of the families of gay and
lesbian victims is no different or less devastating than that of other
families.

Just as the terrorists drew no lines in choosing their victims, our country
must draw no lines in helping to heal the wounds of all Americans who
suffered 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 Justice Department to do justice to the bonds of gay
and lesbian victims, just as you would any other.


Thoughtfully yours,


Individual Comment
Stamford, CT

2001-12-05