R000264
Tuesday, March 12, 2002 10:49 AM
I was appalled to learn that funds from the September
11th fund will be divied up in such a way that
diminutizes important gay and lesbian familial
relationships. The inconsistencies of the policy are
abhorrent. It is especially predujicial of the funds'
allotment when Attorney General Ashcroft is allowing
for immigration law to be compromised, but refuses to
compensate life partners of gays and lesbians killed
in the September 11th attacks. While these individuals
gave their lives on that date, it is apparent their
loved ones' pain and suffering is less than that of
others who too lost loved ones. The judiciousness is
an unfair estimate by accepting what was given
(someone's life, someone's partner's life) but not
giving anything in return.
I am disappointed and angered by the unequitable
standard that has been set when it comes to all
individuals affected by the attacks. It is apparent
that the current administration feels some lives are
held in higher regard than others.
It makes me saddened and ashamed to see our country's
government act with such callous and unfair favor when
it comes to its citizens that gave so much on that
day.
Sincerely,
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