One might ask, why was the girl in custody for following the Fulan Gong? the actions are certainly not very democratic.

I understand that argument. However, we must not be naive. History tells us that China, which is still in its nascent revolutionary stage, must be cautious because of outside force's destabilization efforts.

The length our own government goes to eliminate any movement with beliefs contrary to our economic system is well documented- Vietnam, Chile, Cuba, Indonesia, Guatemala, Nicaragua, El Salvador are just a few examples.