R001146
Saturday, March 16, 2002 5:26 PM
9/11 Releif Fund
On September 11, Americans pulled together in a way that has not happened in
my lifetime. I collected and donated money in order that those who directly
lost a family member in the tragedy would be able to financially survive
their loss. And I am outraged that the benefits that are being extended to
illegal immigrants and unborn fetuses are being denied the families of gay
and lesbian victims! It is about time that we as a country, and you as the
disbursers of aid to the families, stop discriminating against the
gay/lesbian/bi/trans community! A family is a family is a family; what you
imagine as a family does not apply to all Americans. The loss of a gay or
lesbian spouse hurts no less than the loss of a heterosexual one, and the
support of family, friends and country is greatly needed.
So please, reconsider your allocation of funds to include the families of
gay and lesbian victims. Do not pass on this chance to show the world that
all Americans are equal, and barriers can be broken down.
Thank you,
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