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Council tables resolution on Falun Gong and Shen Yun after debate; multiple public speakers describe persecution
Summary
Resolution R25-121, condemning the Chinese Communist Party's repression of Falun Gong and Shen Yun, was tabled after council members raised concerns about international policy content and requested more review; several Falun Gong practitioners and supporters gave public comment describing alleged persecution and threats.
New Castle County Council on July 22, 2025 introduced Resolution R25-121, "calling to end Chinese Communist Party's transitional repression of Falun Gong and Shen Yun," and then tabled the measure after extended debate and public comment. The council did not adopt the resolution at the July 22 meeting.
Why it mattered: Several council members said they were uncomfortable voting on a resolution that addressed alleged international abuses without more information about the organizations and claims cited in the text. Councilman Kaneko said he would not vote on matters he did not feel fully informed about and urged additional review; Councilman Hammons said he would likely not vote after hearing new information. After discussion, the council moved to table R25-121.
Public comment and arguments presented: Multiple members of the public — including people who identified themselves as Falun Gong practitioners and Shen Yun supporters — addressed the council during the…
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