Acceptable Quote by Aung San Suu Kyi
“The main aim of the [political] dialogue should be to resolve the problems of the nation, not to find who is the winner and who is the loser. That's not what it's all about. It's to try and find an answer that is acceptable to all parties concerned, which would of course require some give and take.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Public address on political dialogue, Myanmar, 2015
The purpose of political discussion is to solve national issues, not to declare victors; it requires compromise and mutual acceptance.
In simple terms: Political talks should solve problems, not pick winners.
Seek common ground, not competition.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parliamentary debates
- peace negotiations
- community town halls
- legislative committees
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How can we encourage give‑and‑take in polarized settings?
- What mechanisms ensure all voices are heard?
Ideal consensus can be hard when parties have entrenched interests.