Andre Carson: “From within or from behind, a light shines through us on things, and makes us aware that we are nothing, but the light…”

“From within or from behind, a light shines through us on things, and makes us aware that we are nothing, but the light is all. Ralph Waldo Emerson. A fitting tribute of behalf of Mr. Sam Jones on the occasion of his home going celebration, preceded first by a few days his 74th birthday. In Indianapolis, Indiana this week, citizens of all walks of life, political, religious and philosophical persuasion, persons who represent every person and race imaginable, will celebrate the life of Mr. Sam Jones on the occasion of his home going, and 36-year reign at CEO and president of the Indianapolis Urban League. He dedicated his life to God, family, and community. He was the dean of the Urban League chapters throughout the Nation. He is inducted into the courageous Hall of Champions and is celebrated for his unparalleled moral persuasion in promoting solidarity among all peoples for the common good. History offers few examples of leaders who were gentlemen and genteel men all the while. There were many who will say so much about Mr. Jones's contributions to so many on behalf of so many. But in summary, Madam Speaker, he lived not because but for a cause. In his unassuming manner, he followed the instruction of a wise man many years ago: 'Let your light so shine by your good works on Earth that it will be magnified on high.' He will be missed by all. He challenged us to find a cure for leukemia. We can, if we will. We cannot afford not to.”