If you give in to intimidation, you'll go on being intimidated

In Burma, under the present Constitution, the Army can always take over all parts of government if they think this is necessary. so until the Army comes out clearly and consistently in support of the democratic process we cannot say that it's irreversible. But I don't think we need fear a reversal too much either.

I'm not the only one working for democracy in Burma - there are so many people who have worked for it because they believe that this is the only way we can maintain the dignity of our people.

My opinion is the greatest reward that any government could get is the approval of the people. If the people are happy and the people are at peace and the government has done something for them, that's the greatest reward I think any government could hope for.

My attitude is, do as much as I can while I'm free. And if I'm arrested I'll still do as much as I can.

The democracy process provides for political and social change without violence.

The important thing is Burma needs to end the civil war and for this to happen both sides must want to end the war.