The quintessential revolution is that of spirit. Without this, the forces which produce the inequalities of the old order will continue to operate.

When you feel helpless, help someone.

I think by now I have made it fairly clear that I am not very happy with the word hope. I don't believe in people just hoping.

Please use your freedom to promote ours.

We're nowhere near democracy. I've been released, that's all.

Burmese political culture lacks an understanding of negotiated compromise. We have to build up that kind of culture.

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.