A000621
Tuesday, December 04, 2001 10:38 PM
Comments on administration of Sept. 11 Victim Compensation Fund
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 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.
They deserve the same treatment, care, and concern from our society as those of us who are legally permitted to marry the ones we love. I consider it highly irrational and constitutionally impermissible to think otherwise.
Sincerely,
Individual Comment
Colorado Springs, CO