N000902
Tuesday, December 25, 2001 5:25 PM
Ensure compensation for families of gay and lesbian families
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 gays and lesbians.
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.
I urge the Department to treat the families of gay
and lesbian victims as you would any other.
Sincerely,
Individual Comment
Arlington, MA