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

It is not a sacrifice, it's a choice. If you choose to do something, then you shouldn't say it's a sacrifice, because nobody forced you to do it

Please use your freedom to promote ours.

As you look at me and listen to me, please remember the often repeated truth that one prisoner of conscience is one too many.

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.

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

Fires of suffering and strife are raging around the world.