(Clearwisdom.net)
September 30, 2002
Rt. Hon. Jean Chretien, PC, M.P.
Prime Minister
309-S Centre Block
House of Commons
Ottawa, ON K1A 0A6
Dear Prime Minister,
I am writing on behalf of constituents of mine who have raised serious concerns
about the treatment of Falun Gong practitioners in China.
I am appealing to you to raise this issue with President Jiang at your
earliest convenience. Following China's crackdown in 1999, nearly 455
practitioners have been tortured [to death] and the persecution is still
escalating.
As a country that values human rights and democracy, I believe that Canada
must not remain silent in the face of China's campaign to discredit Falun Gong
-- a peaceful movement. The persecution of Falun Gong attacks the fabric of
being Canadian, in other words, respect for the right to practice the religion
of one's choice.
For the benefit of the world community, I urge you to oppose the intolerance
of the Chinese government at the upcoming world leader's summit in Mexico City.
Sincerely,
Jason Kenney
Member of Parliament
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