Human rights must be protected by the rule of law, and there can never be occasions where human rights can be neglected or ignored or the rule of law set aside.
AUNG SAN SUU KYIThe quintessential revolution is that of the spirit, born of an intellectual conviction of the need for change in those mental attitudes and values which shape the course of a nation’s development.
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With the right kind of institutions, starting with the rule of law, Burma could progress very quickly.
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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
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I only used a cell phone for the first time after I was released. I had difficulty coping with it because it seemed so small and insubstantial.
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Without a revolution of the spirit, the forces which produced the iniquities of the old order would continue to be operative, posing a constant threat to the process of reform and regeneration.
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Fearlessness may be a gift but perhaps more precious is the courage acquired through endeavour.
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I think in some ways it’s better to have the people of the world on your side than the governments of the world, even if governments can be more effective in certain directions.
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People ask me about what sacrifices I’ve made. I always answer: I’ve made no sacrifices, I’ve made choices.
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I always say that one has no right to hope without endeavor.
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I do not believe that I’m sacrificing, in fact I feel very uneasy when others used the word sacrifice to describe my life. It sounds like I’m demanding returns for my investments.
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If you are feeling helpless, help someone.
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If you give in to intimidation, you’ll go on being intimidated
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The courage that dares without recognition, without the protection of media attention, is a courage that humbles and inspires and reaffirms our faith in humanity.
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If you can make people understand why freedom is so important through the arts, that would be a big help.
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Democracy is when the people keep a government in check.
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It’s good to know that the people of different countries are really concerned and involved in the movement to help Burma.
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