A000311
Tuesday, December 04, 2001 3:10 PM
Draw No Lines in Compensating the Victims
Kenneth L. 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 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
Cambridge, MA