A001004
Wednesday, December 05, 2001 6:36 PM
Relatives eligible for compensation from 9-11-01
Attention:
Kenneth L. Zwick, Director
Office of Management Programs
U. S. Department of Justice
Dear Mr. Zwick:
I have never gotten involved in politics, other than to vote. I've
never been an activist for any causes, not even equal rights. I guess I've
just been happy staying in my little box. As long as everyone stays out of
my box. I work, I pay my bills, my taxes, I have two children, own my own
home, and I love my God and my country.
I feel the need to write, and express my concern for the families of the
victims from Sept. 11. God bless this country for looking out for the
families. I pray and ask you now not to discriminate against anyone. Please
include among relatives eligible for compensation those who lost their life
partners as well as de facto parents or children, without regard to sexual
orientation or marital status. Please for New York's Gov. Pataki in grating
compensation benefits "on a showing of mutual interdependence with the victim
in recognition that anyone who shared with the victim living expenses,
day-to-day activities and the emotional bonds of family deserves help in this
time of need." I know this may be difficult, but we must think about all
Americans and their families, we all grieve. It is difficult for society but
it is no different from any other family. Partners that have been married or
together for ten, twenty, maybe thirty years. Can we turn there loss away?
Do they grieve differently? What if there are children?
I will pray for all those in having to make these decision, I know they
are difficult decisions to make. We must all stand together and be one.
Thank you for your time, God bless and Happy Holidays.
Sincerely,
Individual Comment
Midlothian, VA