I do not like to encourage personalized politics, so we would not like it to be thought that just because certain political personalities were attacked, this means the situation is very grave. The true gravity of the situation comes from the fact that ordinary members of the NLD are repressed all the time. We don't want a completely paralyzed political organization, while a select few leaders are protected by international attention.

There is nothing to be gained by being unnecessarily nasty. Violence begets violence.

It is his capacity for self-improvement and self-redemption which most distinguishes man from the mere brute.

All repressive laws must be revoked, and laws introduced to protect the rights of the people.

I do not look upon my life as a sacrifice at all.

People ask me about what sacrifices I've made. I always answer: I've made no sacrifices, I've made choices.

Fear is a habit; I am not afraid.