Ottawa Sun: Falun Gong backers hit Hill

Sunday, July 20, 2003

It was a day of protests on Parliament Hill yesterday as Falun Gong supporters shared space with Iranian protesters.

About 60 Falun Gong supporters were on the Hill to round up support and awareness for their cause.

They were marking the fourth anniversary of China's persecution against those who believe in the principle of Falun Dafa that includes the spreading of truth, compassion and forbearance.

"The Chinese government's persecution against Falun Gong practitioners is fuelled by lies, hate, evil and brutality," said Shawn Li, member of Falun Dafa Association of Canada.

Li added that because of the determination of Falun Gong practitioners, persecution against its supporters in China is waning.

"We can see this because we are beginning to expose the lies," said Li.

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