(Minghui.org) On the occasion of the 20^th anniversary of the introduction of Falun Dafa to the public, Anthony R. Foxx, Mayor of the City of Charlotte, North Carolina, proclaimed May 13, 2012 as “20^th ANNIVERSARY OF WORLD FALUN DAFA DAY” in Charlotte.

City of Charlotte, North Carolina

Proclamation

Whereas, Falun Dafa is an advanced exercise and meditation practice of mind, body, and spirit based on the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion and Forbearance; and

Whereas, Falun Dafa transcends cultural and racial boundaries and contributes to the universal dream of a peaceful, tolerant and more compassionate society; and

Whereas, Falun Dafa, publicly introduced by Mr. Li Hongzhi in 1992, is now practiced and cherished by over 100 million people and has received a plethora of honors; and

Whereas, Charlotte residents can participate in the global effort to peacefully appeal for freedom and human rights for those in need:

Now, Therefore, I, Anthony R. Foxx, Mayor of Charlotte, do hereby proclaim May 13, 2012 as

“20^th ANNIVERSARY OF WORLD FALUN DAFA DAY”

in Charlotte and commend its observance to all citizens.

Witness my hand and the official Seal of the City of Charlotte.

Anthony R. Foxx

Mayor