I think that freedom is sometimes a state of mind. Sometimes, mind you, but not always.

Jobless people will have no self-confidence. And they feel they are worthless because when you don't have a job you have to rely on someone.

It is incorrect to say there have been no reforms at all in Burma; there have of course been reforms, but we still need to do more for the people. To become a democratic society we have to continually be reforming.

Challenges mean opportunities as well.

I think more women should be involved in politics for the good of the human race.

I think sometimes if you are alone, you are freer because your time is your own.

We do need great change in Burma. We are trying to build a new society, a society where basic human rights are respected, and where our people enjoy all the benefits of democratic institutions.