Quote by Lawrence Summers

In politics, as in poetry, it is sometimes true that it is darkest before dawn.

In politics, as in poetry, it is sometimes true that it is d

Summary

This quote suggests that in both politics and poetry, there are moments of despair or darkness that precede breakthroughs or positive change. Just as the darkest part of night occurs right before sunrise, moments of uncertainty or difficulty in politics or poetic creation can be harbingers of transformation or enlightenment. It implies that when things seem at their worst, there is potential for a turning point or a glimmer of hope.

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By Lawrence Summers

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