P R O C L A M A T I O N

HONORING

FALUN DAFA DAY

MAY 13, 2011

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WHEREAS, Falun Dafa practitioners observe the principles of truthfulness, compassion and tolerance in their daily lives, striving to become better people in all environments and situations; and

WHEREAS, Falun Dafa has its roots in ancient Chinese practices of mind and body that promote the cultivation of body, mind and spirit, inspiring millions of people through gentle exercise and efforts to develop their moral standards; and

WHEREAS, Falun Dafa is practiced by tens of millions of practitioners in more than fifty-five countries; and

WHEREAS, The practice of Falun Dafa should be allowed in all countries, and those countries that persecute against its practice are denying their people their basic human rights; and

WHEREAS, The great compassion and tolerance demonstrated by Falun Dafa practitioners in upholding the principles of their practice under the most severe environment has touched the hearts of people throughout the city, state, nation and world.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THAT I, Nicholas M. Mavodones, Jr., Mayor of the City of Portland, Maine, and the members of the Portland City Council do hereby proclaim May 13, 2011 as Falun Dafa Day.

Signed and sealed this 2nd day of May, 2011

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Nicholas M. Mavodones, Jr., Mayor

City of Portland, Maine