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“My wife and children can't open the door because they never know who is going to be behind it. I can't spontaneously decide to go see my mum, I've got to let the police know. I want to go back to normality; I miss it. I miss just being able to go out to the corner shop without police protection. I certainly hope I won't need protection for the rest of my life.”
Sadiq Khan (born 1970) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: On the risks to his personal safety and those of his family, as cited in Susannah Butter and Ross Lyall "Mayor of London Sadiq Khan: I Miss Living a Normal Life But That's Not Safe, Something Needs to Change", Evening S…
“One must always infuse comfort and hope.”
Edvige Carboni (1880–1952) said by 1952 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Quoted in the Homily for the beatification of Edvige Carboni by Cardinal Becciu (15 June 2019).
“From those experiences there's some kind of lesson that inspires me to do what I do now, but I'm not back in the moment when I was 10. I've dealt with that. I just look at the future with a new hope. I'm 100% sure that I am not going to be one of those women who say, 'Things are the way they are because I grew up as an orphan”
Chido Govera (born 1986) first seen 2014 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Chido Govera: transforming lives in rural Africa by growing mushrooms,16 Aug 2014
“I am not sure if I can work in Hollywood or overseas entertainment business with my insufficient English skills, so I cannot say anything for certain at this moment. But I hope to meet the international fans with the works that I am currently shooting.”
Lee Jung-jae (born 1972) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The actions that have brought me to this point were not done with the intention of recognition and that makes this achievement all the more special. I hope, if anything, being named as one of the top 30 finalists will help me continue my pursuits in community work, both here and in my native Zimbabwe and I encourage other student-athletes from Seton Hall to aspire to do the same”
Alexandra Maseko (born 1989) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Being a female international student-athlete is a wonderful platform and I only hope I can make the most of it”
Alexandra Maseko (born 1989) first seen 2013 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Basketball star Maseko honoured in the US,22 August 2013
“I want to offer myself as a resource to these (US-bound) young athletes, especially because I had none when I went through this process. What motivated me to do this is essentially two fold, part of my visit is centred around my work with an orphanage called Tariro House of Hope and the Sneaker Drive I had been working on for a while in the United States”
Alexandra Maseko (born 1989) first seen 2014 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Tips for US-bound student athletes,27 August 2014
“I am fully convinced that in the person of the new Pope we have: a man of faith, a man of the Church, a man who feels with the Church. I ask everyone to pray for the new Pope, because he is God’s gift to the Church. Undoubtedly the election of the new Pope is a moment of great hope for all the members of the Church and for all who, while not members, appreciate the work of the Church.”
Nicolás de Jesús López Rodríguez (born 1936) first seen 2005 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The election of the new Pontiff is a moment of great hope for all the members of the Church and for all who, while not members, appreciate the Church’s work” Cardinal Nicolas de Jesús López Rodríguez, Archbishop of Sant…
“With books or film I want to commemorate our youth and the sacrifices they made. No matter how bitter the time was, there is always something beautiful. I want to satisfy my nostalgia and hope [my work] is touching enough to move audiences who may not have the same experiences.”
Geling Yan (born 1958) first seen 1999 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Turning Loss into Beauty: The Tragedies of Geling Yan" in The Wall Street Journal (25 June 1999)
“They often face triple jeopardy being disabled, their gender and unemployment. The Trust is therefore set out to empower and resurrect hope in the girl child with a disability to allow her to realise her potential and the impact she has in her community and society as a whole”
Florence Mudzingwa first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: FEATURE: Meet Florence Mudzingwa the disability champion transforming lives,13th August 2023
“Halyna Hutchins was not just one of the most talented people I’ve worked with, but also a friend. I’m shocked and saddened by her death. It’s my hope that this tragedy prompts the industry to reevaluate its values and practices to ensure no one is harmed through the creative process again.”
Dave Halls first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: 1 November 2021
“As we work through the text of the legislation I would hope all of us will continue to deal in good faith and do what is right for the future of the American people”
Joe Manchin (born 1947) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Twitter "tweet" (October 28, 2021)
“I hope that when people see Asian women, they realize we are all different. A lot of time with Caucasian people, they just group us together as Asian. But even with different cities in China, people have different personalities.... We look Asian, but we still look different. We don't look the same.”
Liu Wen (model) first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Chinese Model Liu Wen Would Like to Remind Everyone That Not All Asians Look the Same" in Allure (2 March 2016)
“During the first decade, I began my journey as a model. In the second decade, I fell in love with this industry. For this third one, I hope to contribute and give back to the industry in positive ways.”
Liu Wen (model) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Liu Wen opens up about fame, responsibility and finding meaning in her career" in Vogue (1 March 2021)
“Hope is always alive once we realize that God is there despite all the challenges that are really giving us all the suffering.”
Emanuel Hana Shaleta (born 1956) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Christmas Message From St. Peter Diocese (16 December 2020)
“Peter Obi has more hope in 2027 than there was in 2023. … Nothing has been put in place. Nigerians must realise that the 2027 election is a fight for our lives.”
Aisha Yesufu (born 1973) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Peter Obi has better chances in 2027 than in 2023 — Aisha Yesufu Vanguard (October 18, 2025)
“He keeps imitating himself, but he has much talent and I think in time he will do first rate comedy. I hope so. But he he's going to have to learn artistic discipline.”
Stan Laurel (1890–1965) said by 1965 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“If they ever do a film of my life—and I hope they won't—I'd like Dick to play me. He's one of the very, very few comedians around who knows how to use his body for real.comedy.”
Stan Laurel (1890–1965) said by 1965 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I hope that the motto can be blue and grey, showing two derbies with these words superimposed: "Two Minds Without a Single Thought.”
Stan Laurel (1890–1965) said by 1965 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The hope that somewhere, somehow, someone may have benefitted from my ideas makes me feel I have made my little contribution to humanity. In addition to that, the national and international recognition is simply great”
Zaynab Alkali (born 1950) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Writing is my key to self expression. It has been my life line. Not only have I found satisfaction, I have been able to grow intellectually and emotionally through the art of writing. The hope that someone, somewhere, and somehow may benefit from my work makes me feel I have made some contribution to humanity. This feeling is simply great!”
Zaynab Alkali (born 1950) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“The Promise of God: Whenever you call Me, I will hear you, because I am the Holy God, the mighty Spirit, and I am fast in helping. Justice, Purity, Faith, Hope and Love do not endure any hesitation or hypocrisy.”
Peter Deunov (1864–1944) said by 1944 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We are all disciples of the same Master in the same mission. With the White Father community in Ghardaïa, I hope to find spiritual and fraternal support in line with our White Father Charism, which is deeply rooted in my heart without for all that interfering in what is proper to them. I admit that living alone outside community will be a sacrifice for me, being the White Father that I am.”
John MacWilliam (born 1948) first seen 2017 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Interview with John MacWilliam, Bishop of Laghouat in Algeria (28 July 2017)
“I do not come with any former title but with the hope of the future.”
Fela durotoye (born 1971) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I hope every ladies see themselves as Great.”
Abisoye Ajayi-Akinfolarin (born 1985) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“My doctor would laugh at me and would assure me there was no issue with us. I lost hope in IUI and I was ready for IVF, then my miraculous conception came.”
Wunmi Toriola (born 1988) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“It is my hope that this direction may assist us as a Diocesan family to continue to grow in holiness through a renewed relationship with God through our prayer and integrity of life, but also by fostering further formation throughout our Diocese on the beauty, theology and praxis of the sacred liturgy, where we encounter Our Lord most intimately.”
Luis R. Zarama (born 1958) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Letter from Bishop Luis Rafael Zarama to priests of the diocese on “Traditionis Custodes” (12 October 2021)
“Credulity, insecurity and desire form a potent combination in the human psyche. Together they make us eager to believe any nonsense if it purports to yield a glimpse of the future, or offers even the slenderest hope of success in love or fortune. On this rests the livelihood of many tricksters and charlatans—the crystal-ball gazers, palmists, astrologers, and readers of tarot cards.”
A. C. Grayling (born 1949) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“So, you just trust your judgment and hope for the best, which at times is like stepping on a minefield where anything can happen.”
Elizabeth Itotia (born 1992) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: As quoted in an article titled Kenya's First Female Radiopharmaceutical Scientist by Magdalene Wanja published on 25th July, 2021. She had been asked about the challenged she experiences in the field.
“… this ministries man, he is not only a bad man and bad husband, he has also got something inside his head. I only hope that he won’t destroy you with it before you too start seeing red with your eyes like I do.”
Amma Darko (born 1956) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Coming from across cultures, I believe I mostly value difference as opposed to being threatened by it... Over time as I gain in knowledge and become braver I hope to set more stories solidly in Nigeria or Barbados but you cannot, as a writer, fake familiarity with a place – I don’t think so anyway.”
Yewande Omotoso (born 1980) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I strongly believe we have hope of properly tackling corruption in Nigeria.”
Onyinye Ough first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Speaking to children against corruption(November 15 2019)
“I am not disputing the fact that some writers have crossed boundaries in their writings. Yes, some have gone the extra mile to be explicit. That is very, very wrong. I hope they will stop one day. But why are people only worried about Hausa novels? What about the English and other literature in which many things that shouldn’t be told are written bare! I advise parental control over reading.”
Balaraba Ramat Yakubu (born 1959) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I can be pretty much an open book but, like everyone, I have my little secrets and moments I keep to myself and for my family. The key for me is to always add value. It could be a jollof rice hack or sharing an experience; whatever it is, I hope it helps my audience somehow.”
Sisi Yemmie (born 1984) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“As night is coming and my strength is exhausted, with no hope of anything better, I have only to display the meager harvest that I have accidentally picked.”
Daniel Salamanca (1869–1935) said by 1935 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I never lost hope, and never did I despair of coming back alive.”
James Robinson Risner (1925–2013) first seen 2012 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Nine Feet Tall" in Air Force Magazine (1 February 2012)
“We hope and pray so that the political situation becomes clearer, to have better balance on behalf of the institutions on this delicate subject, in matters of faith and freedom of religious minorities.”
Murphy Pakiam (born 1938) first seen 2013 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: The Archbishop of Kuala Lumpur: "On the word Allah, a politicized case: the term will continue to be used in liturgies" (14 October 2013)
“This is my song for you. Thoughts of winter, dreams of sunshine. Nothing that I can do changes how I feel in my mind. This is my song for you. Times I hope you will remember. Things that were meant for two, here in my heart, here in my song for you.”
John Miles (1949–2021) said by 2021 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“When you lose someone so young, how do you start again? You can't run and hide from the world outside and you lock yourself in, wonder where to begin: it multiplies the pain. When you lose someone so young, how do you start again? As time goes by and tears run dry and hope appears in place of fears it takes away the pain.”
John Miles (1949–2021) said by 2021 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I hope that from crisis and tragedy comes engagement. Don’t just complain about [an issue], do something about it! Don’t just lament about the current state of affairs, vote!”
Michael McFaul (born 1963) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: An Interview with former U.S. Ambassador to Russia, Michael McFaul" in LA Times High School Insider (30 August 2019)
“My mission, the mission of my term, is to do everything in order to rebuild hope.”
Isaac Herzog (born 1960) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Cited in "Israel swears in Isaac Herzog as 11th president", Aljazeera (7 July 2021).
“It is very important to send a new signal of confidence and hope that this (Montenegro, Serbia, Albania, North Macedonia, Bosnia and Herzegovina and Kosovo) accession (into the European Union) process is wanted by the EU (European Union) with great seriousness, and that it also has a realistic chance if everyone makes an effort.”
Olaf Scholz (born 1958) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Olaf Scholz cited in: "Scholz backs giving chance to Western Balkans on EU membership" in Aljazeera, 10 June 2022.
“I think the first step of any change comes from the people who live in China. And that's why I think the most important impact I hope that documentaries would have is to change people's perception. Because personally, I experienced how I have learned so much, and unlearned so much, about what I was taught growing up about China.”
Nanfu Wang (born 1985) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: 'One Child Nation' Documentary Explores The Dark Side Of Chinese Policy" in NPR (13 August 2019)
“(In Balaklia, Kharkiv Region) I hope that you, representatives of rural district, who have come here to Balaklava...”
Viktor Yanukovych (born 1950) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“(Speaking of an upcoming soccer match between Shakhtar Donetsk and Chelsea) This will be a match between Ukraine and Russia. I hope that Shakhtar wins and that the mood will help to fight.”
Viktor Yanukovych (born 1950) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Everything that I’ve heard of Q, I hope that this is real because it only means that America is getting stronger and better, and people are returning to conservative values”
Lauren Boebert (born 1986) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Speaking about QAnon in May 2020, cited in "GOP candidate is latest linked to QAnon conspiracy theory" AP News (July 2, 2020)
“I am excited about the (newly released Avengers: Endgame) movie and I hope Loki lives on. This movie will make a huge impact on the franchise and fandom in general. It will open up many possibilities. They may continue to make more movies related to the previous trilogy, more new characters may be added as well. And from a cosplayer's perspective, more characters mean more cosplays.”
Abdullah Hasan Othman first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Abdullah Hasan Othman (2019) cited in "Cosplayers all geared up for Avengers: Endgame" on New Straits Times, 24 April 2019.
“I am grateful that you all have given me your trust with this important (Prime Minister) role to lead our government for the next four years. I hope that we work together as one House (Legislative Assembly).”
Siaosi Sovaleni (born 1970) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Cited in "Emotional, Siaosi Sovaleni elected PM Designate" on Matangi Tonga Online, 15 December 2021.
“That's a type of game that I really like, is one that grows on you a lot over time, and your understanding of it feels like it's on an exponential curve. I just hope that enough people are willing to give [Spelunky] a chance, [who may] not be used to that.”
“Democracy must deliver dignity and hope, not just institutions.”
Sahle-Work Zewde (born 1950) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Source: Speech at the Ethiopian Parliament, 2019.