I was surprised by the response of young people because there is a perception that those younger than the 1988 generation are… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
The judiciary must be strengthened and released from political interference. — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
In Burma, our main goal in amending the constitution is not to phase out the military from politics. Our main point is… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
People should be concerned about installing a more sensible, responsible government. What we [the burmese] need is a government that is accountable… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
Every government must consider the security of the country. That is just part of the responsibilities of any government. But true security… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
The root of a nation's misfortunes has to be sought in the moral failings of the government. — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
I think corporations should give more attention to this suffering and should wait to invest until there is a responsible government in… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
That's not how politics works - sometimes things move in a rather imperceptible way. There are no fireworks, and then comes a… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
I think I should be active politically. Because I look upon myself as a politician. That's not a dirty work you know.… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
In general people feel more relaxed about participating in politics. They aren't frightened as they used to be. — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
Those who have to face persistent political persecution become highly politicized. Our lives take on a rhythm different from those who, on… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
My opinion is the greatest reward that any government could get is the approval of the people. If the people are happy… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
Frankly, if you do politics, you should not be thinking about your dignity. — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
Government leaders are amazing. So often it seems they are the last to know what the people want. — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
Once serious political dialogue has begun, the international community can assume that we have achieved genuine progress along the road to real… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
It's good to know that the people of different countries are really concerned and involved in the movement to help Burma. I… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
The best way to help Burma is to empower the people of Burma, to help us have enough self-confidence to obtain what we want… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
It is often in the name of cultural integrity as well as social stability and national security that democratic reforms based on human rights… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
Of course I regret not having been able to spend time with my family. — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
Fearlessness may be a gift but perhaps more precious is the courage acquired through endeavour, courage that comes from cultivating the habit of refusing… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
“In one of her letters she writes: Some have questioned the appropriateness of talking about such matters as metta (loving-kindness) and thissa (truth) in… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
Burmese authors and artists can play the role that artists everywhere play. They help to mold the outlook of a society - not the… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
After all it was my father who founded the Burmese army and I do have a sense of warmth towards the Burmese army. — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
A most insidious form of fear is that which masquerades as common sense or even wisdom, condemning as foolish, reckless, insignificant or futile the… — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
I don't want to see the military falling. I want to see the military rising to dignified heights of professionalism and true patriotism. — Aung San Suu Kyi Copy Share Image
