“When you were born, you cried and everybody else was happy. The only question that matters is this - when you die, will you be happy when everybody else is crying?”

American sociologist, Baptist pastor, author, and public speaker

Tony Campolo was an American sociologist, Baptist pastor, author, and public speaker. Born Anthony Campolo Jr., he became known as a prominent voice on the evangelical left and served as a spiritual adviser to U.S. President Bill Clinton. He was also a frequent commentator on religious, political, and social questions, and appeared on programs including The Colbert Report, The Charlie Rose Show, Larry King Live, Nightline, Crossfire, Politically Incorrect, and The Hour.