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R E S O L U T I O N
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WHEREAS, Falun Dafa, also known as Falun Gong, is a system of |
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exercise and teachings rooted in ancient Chinese culture that seeks |
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to refine the body and transform the spirit; and |
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WHEREAS, Consisting of gentle movements and meditation, |
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Falun Dafa is based on the principles of truthfulness, compassion, |
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and forbearance; the practice was first introduced to the public in |
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1992, and today it has followers in more than 80 countries; and |
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WHEREAS, Every year, supporters gather together for World |
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Falun Dafa Day, celebrating the beauty of Falun Dafa, the spirit of |
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its principles, and the efforts of practitioners fighting for their |
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human rights in response to persecution from the Chinese Communist |
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Party; and |
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WHEREAS, May 13, 2009, is the 17th annual World Falun Dafa |
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Day, and to join the global celebration, practitioners in Texas |
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will hold an event on the south side of the Capitol on Saturday, May |
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16; and |
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WHEREAS, For nearly two decades, Falun Dafa has helped |
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countless Texans to lead healthier, less stressful lives by working |
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to improve their health, purify their minds, and uplift their |
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spirit; now, therefore, be it |
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RESOLVED, That the House of Representatives of the 81st Texas |
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Legislature hereby commemorate World Falun Dafa Day on May 13, |
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2009, and the special observance to be held on the Capitol grounds |
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on May 16, 2009, and extend to all practitioners sincere best wishes |
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for a meaningful observance. |