I have lived long enough to know that the night stages alway... - John Lewis

"I have lived long enough to know that the night stages always give way to the sunshine of hope."

John Lewis Hope

Civil Rights Leader, Congressman American 1940–2020

More from John Lewis

"Do not get lost in a sea of despair. Be hopeful, be optimistic."

"Darkness cannot drive out darkness; only light can do that."

"Hate cannot drive out hate; only love can do that."

"Nonviolence is a powerful and just weapon, which cuts without wounding and ennobles the man who wields it."

"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."