Humza Yousaf

I'm very much my own person.

— Humza Yousaf

I've been very clear, I'm a republican.

— Humza Yousaf

Divided parties just don't win elections.

— Humza Yousaf

I'm grateful for lots of things in life.

— Humza Yousaf

Scotland is the country I love.

— Humza Yousaf

I'm as Glaswegian as they come.

— Humza Yousaf

I've definitely had tough times.

— Humza Yousaf

I am, proudly, a western Muslim.

— Humza Yousaf

Anyone who suggests racism is the preserve of the working class is wrong.

— Humza Yousaf

If the SNP is not winning, then the independence cause isn't either.

— Humza Yousaf

Look, I've had some of the worst abuse, not just racism or Islamophobia.

— Humza Yousaf

Come 2026, I will have served 15 years as an MSP. The time will be right for me to move on.

— Humza Yousaf

In my opinion Elon Musk is one of the most dangerous men on the planet.

— Humza Yousaf

I've never paid much attention to those who have written me off.

— Humza Yousaf

Unfortunately, when I became FM the slew of racism and hatred, including Islamophobia increased exponentially.

— Humza Yousaf

You can't say that you agree with a two-state solution but only choose to recognize one state.

— Humza Yousaf

I would have loved to have been first minister for longer. But you've got to accept that when your time is up,…

— Humza Yousaf

I have a lot to contribute from the things I have learned about what to do and what not to do, and…

— Humza Yousaf

When one chapter begins to close, you often spend time reflecting on your achievements, mistakes and even regrets - I have all…

— Humza Yousaf

The effects of independence will no doubt go beyond the borders of Scotland. An independent Scotland where both main parties are progressive,…

— Humza Yousaf

Childcare will be absolutely central to my plans in terms of tackling poverty. In fact, I would say childcare is the perfect…

— Humza Yousaf

We would never prop up a Conservative government, ever. And underline that and put that in bold. But of course if Labour…

— Humza Yousaf

While many in the world rightly bemoan the rise of populism, few are willing to confront the fact that it is the…

— Humza Yousaf

As the son of immigrants, I could never have imagined the incredible political journey I have been on. I feel blessed.

— Humza Yousaf

The truth is that the Scottish Labour party within an independent Scotland will be allowed to flourish; no longer constrained by having…

— Humza Yousaf

What people will judge any potential candidate on are their policies, what they stand for, what they will advocate, what they might…

— Humza Yousaf

I remember the feeling of bewilderment the first time my older sister told me how tightly she grips her keys in her…

— Humza Yousaf

I certainly know how it feels to be judged by people around you simply for what you are - or what you…

— Humza Yousaf

Like all men, I have had to reflect on my own behaviour and language over the years. Without doubt, in my younger…

— Humza Yousaf

As an angry 16-year-old Muslim growing up in the West in the aftermath of 9/11, with all of the Islamophobia that ensued…

— Humza Yousaf

I've lived my whole life as a minority in this country, and my rights don't exist in a vacuum. My rights are…

— Humza Yousaf

Look, I think if I have not advanced the cause of independence, if I have not achieved independence as an SNP First…

— Humza Yousaf

I'm a supporter of equal marriage.

— Humza Yousaf

It's inevitable that you make mistakes.

— Humza Yousaf

You can be a person of faith and be first minister.

— Humza Yousaf

We must unite against hatred wherever we see it - no matter the perpetrator or the victim.

— Humza Yousaf

Scotland has shown global leadership on a range of issues, such as the climate emergency.

— Humza Yousaf

We will be the generation that delivers independence for Scotland.

— Humza Yousaf

I have the deepest respect and affection for Nicola Sturgeon.

— Humza Yousaf

It is important to put myself in others' shoes to truly empathise with them.

— Humza Yousaf