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“We came to tell you sir, that our clinic is run-down and abandoned.We came to tell you that we don’t have a single borehole onMorgan street... we are here to protest against this neglect--- weare dying from diseases. We are dying from a lack of hope. Andthat is why we are here today to protest. And this is the way wefeel we ought to express our displeasure”
Helon Habila (born 1967) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Can you continue to love a person regardless of such shortcomings? Maybe because you hope to save them? Or because you can't help it? Isn't that what love is all about?”
Helon Habila (born 1967) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I sincerely hope that our country, through our people’s wisdom and unceasing efforts, achieves further development and contributes to the friendship and peace of the international community and the welfare and prosperity of humankind.”
Naruhito (born 1960) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Naruhito: Japan’s emperor formally proclaims enthronement in centuries-old ceremony" in CNN (22 October 2019)
“While we are currently confronted with the unprecedented difficulties caused by the spread of the coronavirus disease. . . I sincerely hope that we all work together hand in hand to overcome this difficult situation and continue to seek happiness of the people and world peace.”
Naruhito (born 1960) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Emperor Naruhito Makes Reference to Pandemic in First Speech in Half-Year" in Nippon (1 October 2020)
“I am standing here today after the ceremonies marking my accession to the Throne. I am delighted and deeply grateful that you have come to celebrate. I wish for your health and happiness. And I sincerely hope that our country will develop further while working together with other countries to pursue global peace.”
Naruhito (born 1960) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Emperor Naruhito makes first speech to public" in NHK (3 May 2019)
“Looking back on the long period of post-war peace, reflecting on our past and bearing in mind the feelings of deep remorse, I earnestly hope that the ravages of war will never again be repeated.”
Naruhito (born 1960) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Japan marks 76th anniversary of WWII surrender with emperor expressing "deep remorse" over wartime atrocities" in Xinhua (15 August 2021)
“My greatest hope is that one day our hospital will be devoted to the miracle of childbirth, rather than the tragedy of sexual violence, and that our wards devoted to victims of rape will be empty.”
Denis Mukwege (born 1955) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Denis Mukwege (2021) cited in "'We Cannot Rest in Our Fight.' Angelina Jolie Talks to Dr. Denis Mukwege About Supporting Victims of Sexual Violence" on TIME, 1 December 2021.
“I hope I could inspire some kids and other people along the way and show them that you can also reach your goals when you work hard for your dreams! Also in one of the smallest countries in the world (Liechtenstein)!”
Julia Hassler (born 1993) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Julia Hassler (2021) cited in: "Three-Time Olympian Julia Hassler of Liechtenstein Calls Time on Career" in Swimming World, 29 November 2021.
“Russia was the hope of the people of the world during the period of the Soviet Union. Unfortunately, leaders in the Soviet Union made mistakes that led to the collapse of the Soviet Union, which was a historic tragedy, as you said at one point. That was a historic tragedy: in the course of the history of humanity that was a catastrophe.”
Isaias Afwerki (born 1946) first seen 2023 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Isaias Afwerki (2023) cited in: "President Putin Held Talks With President Isaias Afwerki" in TesfaNews, July 31, 2023.
“We must go to the root of Lebanon’s problems and uproot the weed. There's no more space for external interference, but only for the good of this land and its population. Hope only lies in dialogue. Weapons solve nothing.”
Paul Dahdah (born 1941) first seen 2008 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Lebanon: Mgr. Dahdah (Vicar of Beirut) "No More Space for External Interference" (13 May 2008)
“There will be changes. Coups. Soldiers everywhere. Ugliness. Blindness. And then when people least expect it a great transformation is going to take place in the world. Suffering people will know justice and beauty. A wonderful change is coming from far away and people will realise the great meaning of struggle and hope. There will be peace.”
“Chances are when said and done Who'll be the lucky ones Who make it all the way? Though you say I could be your answer. Nothing lasts forever, No matter how it feels today.Chances are we'll find a new equation Chances rolled away from me Chances are all they hope to be.”
Five for Fighting (born 1965) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“We hope that the initiative of these children spreads and many other children all over the world pray for peace.”
Antoine Chbeir (born 1961) first seen 2016 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Syria: “God, give us peace!” (9 June 2016)
“I hope that this Congress next year will be a moment for the Church and society to reflect on the fact that everything really depends, at least for us Catholics and believers, on the Eucharist. Jesus' words have become our Gospel and Jesus' actions have become our Sacraments. It is fundamental for us to see this in the celebration of the Congress.”
Piero Marini (born 1942) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Archbishop Marini: An opportunity to improve preparations for International Eucharistic Congress (23 April 2020)
“Let us all remember that the destiny of all black people no matter where they are in the world is bound up with Africa. We must help make Africa the place for investment, progress, and prosperity and not from where our youth flee in the hope of accessing the mirage of a better life in Europe or the Americas.”
Nana Akufo-Addo (born 1944) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: He said this on November 13, 2022, during a speech at the Young African and Diaspora Leaders' Summit in Washington, D.C., which was held concurrently with the US-Africa Leaders' Summit.
“By using the word "dialogue" I hope to be able to believe that the other has something worthwhile to say. Engaging in dialogue does not mean renouncing our own ideas and traditions but rather, renouncing the claim that they alone are valid or absolute.”
Paul Donoghue (born 1949) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: New Year, New Resolution (7 January 2022)
“It is a duty and a privilege, to share the story of recovery and hope, that must forever define the promised land for which we fought – beyond the loss we once endured, beyond the abandonment from most of the world, that we once suffered”
Jeannette Kagame (born 1962) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: , The New Times ( 16 September 2022)
“Education breeds confidence, which breeds hope, which ultimately brings peace. For Rwanda, peace is the goal.”
Jeannette Kagame (born 1962) first seen 2024 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Let quality education cement the path to Africa’s development – First Lady(November 12,2024)
“For the past 25 years, we have been planting seeds of knowledge, opportunity and hope.”
Jeannette Kagame (born 1962) first seen 2026 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: First Lady: Opportunities should not be limited by where a child is born New Times (July 24, 2026)
“I would like everyone to understand that the Church in this society is not a foreign element but a profoundly domestic reality that truly wants the good for each person. We hope to find agreement and a suitable response from the other side.”
Josip Mrzljak (born 1944) first seen 2007 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Josip Mrzljak Appointed as the New Bishop of Varaždin (2007)
“We in Syria want extensive cooperation with Iran. We hope that the meetings between Mr. Qasemi (Minister of Roads and Urban Development of Iran) and Syrian officials will lead to agreements to reach economic and trade partnerships between the two sides”
Mohammad Samer al-Khalil (born 1977) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Mohammad Samer al-Khalil (2022) cited in "Iranian transport minister visits Syria to pursue expansion of trade ties" on Tehran Times, January 2022.
“We hope to learn about defending against cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, defense against aerial and missiles attacks and the use of UAVs (unmanned aerial vehicles). There is a great potential for future cooperation (with Israel).”
Oleksii Reznikov (born 1966) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Oleksii Reznikov (2022) cited in "In wake of invasion fears, Ukraine minister says hopes for Israel cooperation" on Ynet News, 23 February 2022.
“I can speak Telugu fluently and I do dub my own lines. As soon as I started doing Telugu films, I began learning the language in the hope that I can soon dub my own lines. I felt this was needed to honour my craft. To be able to connect with the Telugu audience, it was really imperative to speak the language.”
Pooja Hegde (born 1990) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: It is a really beautiful film, almost like a fairytale in its otherworldly look and feel” – Pooja Hegde on Radhe Shyam with Prabhas" Bollywood Hungama. Oct 1, 2021).
“The Holy House of Loreto invites us to invoke Mary, so as not to lose hope in the God of life.”
Fabio Dal Cin (born 1965) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Rosary and Angelus live streamed daily from Loreto starting 6 April (5 April 2020)
“In these sorrowful moments, in faith we are united in human suffering, in prayer, and in Christian hope.”
Vicente Jiménez Zamora (born 1944) first seen 2009 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Spanish priest killed after 12 years of intense pastoral work, with a special charisma for the religious tradition of the local people (14 July 2009) Fides News Agency
“It’s great to finally have representation of our Indigenous people. We don’t look one way; we’re diverse. Having that representation is going to echo out our voices to be heard in spaces that they're usually not heard. I hope that inspires creativity within our community, and also confidence—a sense of confidence to be strong and to hold our head high.”
Haatepah first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Quoted in "Six Indigenous Models on Finally Feeling Seen in Fashion" in Vogue (2021-11-24)
“I never experienced such sudden change – as if no government existed before. Now our only hope is for the young generation to fill the gaps and reform the system, but that will only be possible with international support.”
Muqadasa Ahmadzai (born 1993) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Quoted in "BBC 100 Women 2021: Who is on the list this year?", BBC News, December 7, 2021
“Discouragement slowly but tenaciously strangles the greatest longings of the soul. Don't let the dreams God has put in your hearts be stolen. And never lose hope of achieving a better country.”
Jorge Eduardo Lozano (born 1955) first seen 2007 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Don’t allow the dreams God put into your hearts to be stolen,” Argentinean bishop says (24 September 2007)
“Today, too, there are young people working and studying, preparing themselves for the future with dignity and hope. The future belongs to these honorable young people and not so much to those who spend all of their vital energy these days on carousing.”
Demetrio Fernández González (born 1950) first seen 2006 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Church needs young people who “listen and respond” to the call of God, says Spanish bishop (30 August 2006)
“We see no role for Hamas in the future governance of Gaza – that is very, very clear. And we also hope that the suffering of the people in Gaza will end, that humanitarian aid will reach them, and that both parties will be able to foster prosperity for the people moving forward.”
Kaja Kallas (born 1977) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: 'We want good relations with Israel' EU Foreign Affairs chief Kaja Kallas tells 'Post' – interview The Jerusalem Post (June 5, 2025).
“And for China, we will manage our own affairs well, and we hope to deliver a better life for our 1.4 billion Chinese people. This is the goal of China's diplomacy. And also, we will make our contribution to the peace and stability of the world.”
Yang Jiechi (born 1950) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: How it happened: Transcript of the US-China opening remarks in Alaska" in Nikkei Asia (19 March 2021)
“Cyberspace is a shared homeland for humanity and cybersecurity is a common challenge faced by all countries. We hope the US will take a responsible attitude and uphold peace and security in cyberspace through dialogue and cooperation with all parties.”
Hua Chunying (born 1970) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I think as an actress, it's very important to have a beginner's mind, and how you stick to it. If your environment is very noisy, how do you focus on the character? Shaping (the role) is not easy, so I hope my environment is not too noisy.”
Gong Li (born 1965) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: BJIFF: CMG's exclusive interview with actress Gong Li" in CGTN (11 October 2021)
“In your twenties, you think you are immortal. In your thirties, you hope you are immortal. In your forties, you just pray it doesn’t hurt too much, and by the time you reach my age, you become convinced that, well, it could be just around the corner.”
Lemmy (1945–2015) said by 2015 at the latest wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Despite the difficulties we face, we are called not to lose hope, but to renew our trust in the change that only God can bring about.”
João Carlos Hatoa Nunes (born 1968) first seen 2025 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Further tensions: expectations for the return of the opposition candidate (7 January 2025) Fides News Agency
“As long as people are still talking, there is a glimmer of hope. War does not bring any solutions, only destruction, suffering and lack of peace.”
Mieczysław Mokrzycki (born 1961) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Ukraine: Church continues to help refugees and pray for peace (24 February 2022)
“My father has passed down some of that goal-scoring instinct and I hope I'm making him proud. It's always an honour to lead the lines for Singapore. The team and coaches have put big responsibilities on me but I don't feel pressured. I'll happily carry out my duties as best as I can.”
Ikhsan Fandi (born 1999) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Response to comparisons with his father, 2022: Football: Ikhsan Fandi, Singapore's latest showman by David Lee for the The Straits Times (28 March 2022)
“It can't get any worse for Russia. We can't make up for it. What’s going on is a disaster. The consequences will be long and unpleasant, no matter where the conflict will go. I hope it will end as soon as possible.”
Daniil Dubov (born 1996) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“None of us want conflict. We want peace and stability. But nor do we want the very world order that underpins our freedoms to be eroded for fear of giving offence, in the vain hope that concessions will ameliorate the determination of those who seek to intimidate and coerce.”
Scott Morrison (born 1968) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: An Address by Prime Minister Scott Morrison" (7 March 2022)
“As a society we have to be united and be honest, without depriving the most vulnerable of material goods, because in doing so we take away their hope, which is much worse.”
Celestino Aós Braco (born 1945) first seen 2015 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Floods and landslides: 12 dead and thousands displaced, Caritas at work (30 March 2015)
“Soccer today faces huge challenges as the FIFA scandal unfolds. Hope Solo continuing to play goalie for Team USA, just months before she will appear in court to face domestic violence charges, raises troubling questions about the state of the game.”
Richard Blumenthal (born 1946) first seen 2015 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Quoted in USA Today (June 2015)
“We should be convinced that our hope in God will not deceive or disappoint us even if our condition in life is not what we expect. God will still support us and grant us our spiritual and material needs when we least expect. We have no reason, therefore, to be anxious and doubtful of what will happen to us”
Gabriel Mendy (born 1967) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: New Year's Message 2022 (4 January 2022)
“2010 and 2011 are decisive years for Sudan's history. I am convinced that there is concrete hope for peace.”
Leo Boccardi (born 1953) first seen 2010 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Sudan can find the path to peace through a complete application of the Comprehensive Peace Agreement,” Nuncio in Sudan tells Fides (22 January 2010) Fides News Agency
“I believe that the words of the Holy Father have been an invitation to moderation, to dialogue, to negotiation to get through the tension and to see, to hope, that there are none of these... acts of revenge.”
Leo Boccardi (born 1953) first seen 2020 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Iranian nuncio appeals for negotiation, not revenge (7 January 2020) Catholic News Agency
“We decided to use the power of group dynamics and social networks to do something positive: spread hope.”
Maria Ressa (born 1963) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“Please, grab your glass, raise it to Filipinos, to Americans, and other freedom-loving people all around the world who are fighting desperately for their democracies, because they — we believe in the goodness of human nature. We believe that the only way to build is with hope, it’s with inspiration, it is — it’s with love. We will hold the line powered with the best of human nature.”
Maria Ressa (born 1963) wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
“I hope there will be many more Saina Nehwals and Sania Mirzas.”
Saina Nehwal (born 1990) first seen 2015 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Saina Nehwal Interview: 'The Last Year Has Been The Toughest Time Of My Life'" in The Huffington Post (23 May 2015)
“Although we may be different in our look, ethnicity, culture, and clothing we are all the same and want the same – faith, hope and love. Our beliefs bind us so closely, that even though we come from various backgrounds we are able to live with each other in peace and harmony.”
Paul Hinder (born 1942) first seen 2019 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW: Ahead of Being on Papal Flight for United Arab Emirates, ZENIT Speaks with Apostolic Vicar of Southern Arabia Bishop Paul Hinder (3 February 2019)
“The course for justice is not a sprint. It’s more like a marathon or a relay race. You pass the baton to the next generation, and you hope there’s a smooth pass off. At the same time, you don’t leave that next generation to run the race by itself.”
Robert D. Bullard (born 1946) first seen 2021 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Quoted in "The renewed environmental justice movement is bringing in millions for Texas Southern University" Houston Chronicle (October 24, 2021)
“A cynical joke or perhaps an exclamation has appeared, I’ve already heard it from several people in Moscow. "All hope is pinned on famine". What is meant is that famine will begin and they [in the West] will come to their senses, will remove sanctions and will be friends with us because it's impossible to not be friends.”
Margarita Simonyan (born 1980) first seen 2022 wikiquote, CC BY-SA 4.0 source
Recorded in: Chief Russian propagandist: “All our hope is pinned on famine”", khpg (24 June 2022)