A000772
Wednesday, December 05, 2001 10:47 AM
Attn: Kenneth L. Zwick
Dear Mr. Zwick,
I am appalled at the actions of the State of Virginia with respect to victim assistance for survivors of the September 11 attack on our country. Specifically, the State's response to who may lose her home as a result of the attacks.
You see, lost her partner of 18 years. The home they jointly purchased required the dual incomes. For all intents and purposes, was spouse. is not entitled to assistance because she and were not married. As you are aware, same-sex couples are not allowed to receive state issued marriage licenses, but both and blended their lives, finances, and families as if they were married.
I urge you to ensure that compensation is available to all surviving families of those killed, INCLUDING the committed partners and non-biological children of gay and lesbian victims.
These people have been victimized once. It is un-American and cruel to not help.
Thank you for your consideration,
Individual Comment
Ventura, CA