In the novel "The Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton, Johnny Cade is a character who is a member of the Greasers gang. His character is portrayed as quiet and sensitive, and he has a difficult home life.
Johnny's goals in the story are largely centered around finding a sense of belonging and purpose. He is loyal to his gang, the Greasers, and wants to protect them from the violence and aggression of the rival Socs gang. He is also looking for a way to escape from his troubled home life, which includes neglect and abuse from his parents.
Later in the story, after Johnny is involved in a deadly confrontation with a member of the Socs gang, his goals shift to a desire for redemption and a hope for a better future. He wants to make amends for his actions and find a way to improve his life and the lives of those around him.