Aung San Suu Kyi
June 19, 1945- present
Work
- Burmese political figure; named after her father, who was also a political leader
- Political prisoner; spent two term under house arrest from 1989-1995 and 2005-2010
- Politician wanting to end the dictatorial rule in Burma
- Started the National League for Democrats party, which won 82% of the popular vote in 1990, but was ignored by the government
- Currently working on establishing her party into Burmese politics
For freedom Christ has set us free; stand firm therefore, and do not submit again to a yoke of slavery.
-Galatians 5:1
Role in Social Justice
Suu Kyi follows several Old and New Testament teachings on social justice. She shows respect for human life in Burma (Myanmar) through her opposition of the socialist military government established in Myanmar, which was known to kill any people who opposed it in peaceful protests. she also shows respect for private property since a socialist government does not allow people to have their own land/homes.
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Suu Kyi after being given the Nobel Peace Prize, 1991
Aung San Suu Kyi being given flowers during house arrest
Recent photo of Aung San Suu Kyi