(Minghui.org) May 13 is World Falun Dafa Day and this year marks the 30^th anniversary of Falun Dafa’s introduction. Minneapolis, the largest city in Minnesota State, and St. Paul, the capital of the state, in southeastern Minnesota form the famous twin cities. Mayor Jacob Frey of Minneapolis sent a letter to congratulate World Falun Dafa Day. Mayor Melvin Carter of St. Paul proclaimed May 13 to be Falun Dafa Day in the city.

Letter from Mayor Jacob Frey of Minneapolis

The letter reads, “As Mayor of Minneapolis, I join in sending warm greetings to Falun Dafa practitioners in our community including those throughout Minneapolis, Minnesota, and across the United States as they celebrate the 30^th anniversary of the public introduction of Falun Dafa and the 23^rd World Falun Dafa Day.”

“The 2022 World Falun Dafa Celebration brings another year of focus on the peaceful appeals of practitioners around the world to end the horrific genocide of Falun Dafa practitioners in China. I take pride in joining the many elected officials across our country and the world in opposing the persecution of Falun Dafa/Gong.”

Proclamation of Falun Dafa Day from Mayor Melvin Carter of St. Paul

The proclamation reads, “Falun Dafa is now practiced freely in over 100 countries by people from all walks of life.”

“The city of Saint Paul in Minnesota joins in celebration with Falun Dafa practitioners from around the world as they commemorate World Falun Dafa Day on May 13.”

Background: What Is Falun Dafa?

Falun Dafa (also known as Falun Gong) was first introduced to the public by Mr. Li Hongzhi in Changchun, China, in 1992. The spiritual discipline is now practiced in over 100 countries and regions worldwide. Millions of people who have embraced the teachings—which are based on the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance—and learned the five exercises have experienced improved health and well-being.