(Clearwisdom.net) On May 8, 2007, Ms. Kathy Taylor, Mayor of the City of Tulsa, Oklahoma, proclaimed May 13, 2007 as Falun Dafa Day in the City of Tulsa.

Whereas, Falun Dafa also known as Falun Gong, is a peaceful and healthy self-improvement practice rooted in ancient Chinese culture that consists of five gentle exercises, including meditation, and centers around the universal principals of Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance; and

Whereas, the teachings of Falun Dafa, through meditation and spiritual cultivation, are perceived as an effective means of improving overall mental and physical health, as well as reducing stress; and

Whereas, Master Li Hongzhi, the founder of Falun Dafa has helped countless people throughout the world improve their health and moral standards, as well as deepen their understanding of life, humanity and the universe, through the practice of Falun Dafa; and

Whereas, transcending culture and racial boundaries, Falun Dafa has touched the lives of more than 100 million people in over 70 countries, including many people in Tulsa, of different ages, professions and racial backgrounds; and,

Whereas, all Falun Dafa activities, including classes and practices are offered by volunteers and are open to the public free of charge.

Now, Therefore, I, Kathy Taylor, Mayor of the City of Tulsa, do hereby proclaim May 13, 2007, as

In Witness Whereof, I have hereunto set my hand and caused the Seal of the City of Tulsa to be affixed on the eighth day of May, Two Thousand Seven.

Kathy Taylor, Mayor