Hope is not naive optimism; it is the conviction that change... - Abdoulaye Wade

"Hope is not naive optimism; it is the conviction that change is possible."

Abdoulaye Wade Hope

President, Politician Senegalese Born 1926 (age 100)

More from Abdoulaye Wade

"Africa does not need pitying; it needs respecting."

"Democracy is not just about voting; it's about participation."

"Education is the most powerful weapon for change."

"A leader must listen to his people."

"Every day is a new opportunity."

"Hope is what gets us through difficult times."

"I'm not your enemy, kid. I'm trying to save you."

"Redemption is a long road."