It has been more than 35 years since the “Minnesota Massacre” of 1978 upended the state’s political establishment and set on course an emerging conservative movement in Minnesota. The Freedom Foundation of Minnesota examines the origins of the conservative movement in Minnesota and makes the case that Rudy Boschwitz was the catalyst for its growth. Rudy Boschwitz’s lasting political legacy is a testament to his indomitable spirit, his belief in the American Dream, and his unwavering commitment to protecting freedom in all its forms. It is both an honor and pleasure to pay tribute to that great legacy.