dojA002101.xml

dojA002101.xml

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2001-12-17

Monday, December 17, 2001 10:11 AM
COMPENSATE ALL VICTIMS


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 attach, 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 compensting those who
suffered the
most personal of losses from these horrific attacks.

> >
We urge the Department to honor these bonds by treating the
families of gay and lesbian victims as you would any other.

> > Sincerely,

Individual Comment
Newton. MA
> >

2001-12-17