The [Burmese] government appears to be more interested in stamping out political activity than drug addiction. Very few university students on the campus could get away with engaging in political activities, but they seem to be able to get away with taking drugs. We have heard that it is very easy to obtain drugs on the university campuses.

We must make democracy the popular creed...If we should fail to do this, our people are bound to suffer... That is what my father said. It is the reason why I am participating in this struggle.

If you're feeling helpless, help someone.

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

If you can make people understand why freedom is so important through the arts, that would be a big help.

My top priority is for people to understand that they have the power to change things themselves.

I've always tried to explain democracy is not perfect. But it gives you a chance to shape your own destiny.