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Council divided over resolution supporting Falun Gong practice
Summary
Councilmembers debated a revised resolution affirming Falun Gong's right to religious practice and protesting persecution in China; supporters described it as defending freedom of religion, while critics said the county should avoid taking positions on foreign or religious matters.
A revised resolution (R25-151) affirming Falun Gong members' freedom of religion drew split views among New Castle County council members at the Aug. 26 committee meeting.
Councilwoman Kilpatrick introduced the revised text and described it as a statement that "Falun Gong is a religion ... and everybody in this country has the right to practice the religion that they…
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