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“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.” quote by Aung San Suu Kyi
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“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.”

Aung San Suu Kyi

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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.

Key Takeaway

Seek common ground, not competition.

Themes

politics dialogue compromise national unity

Mood

thoughtful determined

Type

advisory inspirational

When to use this quote

  • parliamentary debates
  • peace negotiations
  • community town halls
  • legislative committees

Key Concepts

conflict resolution consensus building public policy

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can we encourage give‑and‑take in polarized settings?
  • What mechanisms ensure all voices are heard?
A Different Perspective

Ideal consensus can be hard when parties have entrenched interests.

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