P000235
Monday, January 28, 2002 1:16 PM
Compensation
I am appalled by the comments of some of the victim's surviving loved
ones. I read of one woman, whose husband earned $ 96,000 a year and who
also would receive $1.4 million tax-free, lamenting that she would not be
eligible for distributions from the fund.
The amount of the life insurance equals over 10 years of his gross
salary. How much more does she and the others need to help them get back on
their feet? I don't think this fund was meant to replace a victim's salary
forever, but rather to help them through this difficult time. I think 10
years income is rather substantial.
Also, I do not believe that we should be making distributions to any
families of or individuals who are illegal aliens. They are or were here
illegally and therefore not paying taxes. Why should those of us who do pay
taxes and obey our laws encourage or reward this illegal behavior? I think
to be eligible to receive government funds you MUST be a citizen or a legal
alien.
Thank you for allowing this comment.
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