Edwin J. Feulner, founder of The Heritage Foundation and a towering figure in the modern conservative movement, has passed away at the age of 83.
Feulner led the organization for 37 years, transforming it from a small policy shop into one of Washington’s most influential think tanks—fueling the Reagan Revolution and shaping conservative policy for decades.
A Legacy of Conservative Leadership
Feulner launched The Heritage Foundation in 1973, building it into a powerhouse that delivered bold, commonsense, Constitution-based solutions to lawmakers.
He played a key role in crafting the Reagan agenda, pushing for tax cuts, deregulation, and a strong national defense—all rooted in American founding principles.
Feulner authored nine books and mentored generations of conservative leaders. His philosophy was summed up in a phrase he often repeated:
“You win through multiplication and addition, not through division and subtraction.”
Honoring His Vision
Heritage Foundation President Dr. Kevin Roberts and Board Chair Barb Van Andel-Gaby released a joint statement on Friday:
“Feulner was a visionary patriot whose deep love for America and commitment to
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