“Representative Carlson has been a valuable mentor and dedicated friend to me and so many legislators through his many years of service to the people of Minnesota. He represents the best example of public service Minnesotans could ask for in an elected official. Representative Carlson played a vital role in the most difficult and the most uplifting moments in our state for the last half century. His knowledge, expertise, and kindness are irreplaceable for the Minnesota House of Representatives, and the House will just not be the same without him.”