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“I look upon myself as a politician. That isn't a dirty word.” quote by Aung San Suu Kyi
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“I look upon myself as a politician. That isn't a dirty word.”

Aung San Suu Kyi

About This Quote

Source Speech: Public address, 2015

She frames political involvement as respectable, rejecting stigma attached to politics.

In simple terms: Being a politician is not dirty.

Key Takeaway

Embrace political roles without shame.

Themes

politics identity stigma empowerment

Mood

determined hopeful assertive

Type

political motivational

When to use this quote

  • campaigning
  • policy making
  • advocacy
  • public speaking

Key Concepts

public service gender norms leadership

Questions to Reflect On

  • What does “politician” mean to you?
  • How can one maintain integrity in politics?
A Different Perspective

Political roles can be fraught with corruption and public distrust.

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