Just seven years after being introduced to the public in China, Falun Gong went from being widely popular throughout the country to becoming the number one enemy of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP). But why? What led up to the brutal crackdown? There were four main factors that gave rise to this tragedy.

1. Falun Gong’s Massive Popularity and Rapid Growth, Outnumbering CCP Membership
2. Falun Gong’s Complete Independence from CCP’s Control
3. Falun Gong’s Guiding Principles Incompatible with Communist, Atheist Ideology
4. One Man’s Jealousy and Political Motivations