The President "hoped that this relationship would never become public."

"The law has not been the political plus that the president and Republicans had hoped for."

The president hoped that this would cool European anger at the bill.

But the President and his advisers hoped this mess would go away if left alone.

"The president and I had hoped your presence might ease some of the hostility in this room."

I offer you the victory for which you and your President hoped.

Tonight, however, the manager had the impression the president was hoping for a bit more prudence.

The president hopes his concerns will receive a more sympathetic reception in the House.

The president must hope the economy, recovering strongly in other respects, begins to produce more jobs soon.

President, I hope we can look forward to success at Cardiff.