Aung San Suu Kyi

Currently one of Burma’s most prominent democratic leaders, Aung San Suu Kyi, founder of the National League of Democracy (NLD), is taking a stand in history by helping Burma overcome the State Law and Order Restoration Council (SLORC). By peacefully protesting against Dictator U Ne Win and the organization he is behind since 1988, she has saved numerous Burmese citizens from losing their lives and family members. When Suu Kyi overcame Dictator U Ne Win, Burma became a Democracy, and Aung San Suu Kyi earned a Nobel Peace Prize and the trust of her people. Aung San Suu Kyi was greatly influenced by her parent’s occupations as a child and as a young adult. Aung San (1915-1947), Aung San Suu Kyi’s father, was a Myanmar statesman who brought independence…

Assess the role of Aung San Suu Kyi in the pro-democracy Movement in Burma Aung San Suu Kyi was born June 19, 1945 in Burma. Her father (General Aung San) was a former Prime Minister of Burma, this is what spawned her political interests. General Aung San was assassinated in 1947 by one of his rival politicians. Her mother (Khin Kyi) was also involved in the political field and was appointed ambassador to India in 1960. Aung San Suu Kyi’s mother sent her to England to receive a better education.…

The name, Aung San Suu Kyi is very well known not only among South East Asian countries but also across the world. Numerous countries and world leaders have invited her to give speeches on her ideals and values. Suu Kyi is a well-known and loved celebrity amongst the people of Myanmar (also known as Burma) who is respected all over the world. She is loved not only because of her looks or riches, but because of her monumental political movements. She gave up everything and would be willing to…

development. Despite establishing a government, Burma’s decolonization plagued the country with political instability which created long-lasting problems that created a military regime. As time went on, political changes were demanded by Burmese citizens and pro-democracy advocates. The most prominent advocate is Aung San Suu Kyi, daughter of Burma’s independence hero, General Aung San. Aung San Suu Kyi devoted all her efforts to democratic reforms as well as for advocating human rights.…

"For to be free is not merely to cast off one's chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others." Aung San Suu Kyi is a Burmese woman who fights for democracy and freedom for the people of Burma. Alexander Aris, while delivering the Nobel Peace Prize acceptance speech on behalf of his mother, Aung San Suu Kyi, uses human experiences, history, and allusion to persuade his audience that the people of Burma should be in a free society. In the beginning of the speech,…

More than that the future of Democracy in Burma is still fragile. The Military controls 25% of the seats in parliament in accordance with the constitution, which will always allow them some power to resist democratization. More than that – they retain control over the military, which could theoretically overthrow the democratic government at any point. While Aung San Suu Kyi is constitutionally disqualified from being president, she is able to be minister of four different cabinet positions, and…

no safety, and no freedom as Burma was faced with a chaotic political system. However, the Burmese quest for freedom and independence was realized when Aung San Suu Kyi emerged, finally leading Burma into democracy. Without a doubt, Aung San Suu Kyi is the voice of hope for Burma, and proves to be an effective leader, who will lead Burma out of oppression. Aung San Suu Kyi Aung San Suu Kyi is the daughter of Aung San, who was Burma’s national hero that negotiated for Burma’s freedom after…

The source is a speech given by Aung San Suu Kyi from Burma in August 1988. Aung San Suu Kyi is a Burmese opposition politician and also the leader of the National League of Democracy in Burma. Ms. Suu Kyi’s speech was held at the Shwedagon Pagoda and it was the first and only speech she had written and planned out beforehand. A few days before her speech at the mass rally in Shwedagon Pagoda, she visited the Rangoon General Hospital to announce her purpose of delivering the speech: to address…

Introduction Aung San Suu Kyi is a Myanmarian human rights advocate who championed non-violent opposition to Burma’s (Myanmar) military government and helped establish the National League for Democracy (NLD). Despite being Burman by birth, Suu Kyi was educated overseas and until the late 1980’s lived in the UK with her husband and children. However on a return visit to Burma, Suu Kyi observed police terror, political turmoil and calls for democratic reform in the country. These were emphasized…

events that have occurred where the emotional and psychological sustainability of humanity is at risk. As a result, it’s vital that we members of “Think Tank” take careful consideration in planning or electing survivors. After much consideration, I have chosen the following two women, Burmese politician Aung San Suu Kyi and actress Oprah Winfrey as they are crucial to the contribution of the cause and it is imperative that they are ensured their survival. These women both have the aptitude to…