Yes, they have done a Reddit AMA a few months ago where they re-stated what they...

Yes, they have done a Reddit AMA a few months ago where they re-stated what they keep saying every time someone asks for an alternative at Google IO.

Java is and will keep being the only main language on Android, with a little help from C++ when needed.

I am on a similar route, but I do like Java, what I dislike is their fork that prevents me to fully use Java™.