Many times it is difficult to understand where the truth lies when it comes to the pandering and posturing in this current legislative session. It is extremely important that Alaskans understand the current fiscal crunch and the future impacts on our economy. Here is a letter from the Republican leadership in the Alaska Senate and House explaining the use of the Earnings Reserve of the Permanent Fund. Will your PFD go away? Why are they doing this? Will this shut down the government? This letter answers these questions. You can now decide.
Memorial Day-We Shall Never Forget
Here is an article by Paul Beston of the City Journal which describes the separation of those military families and their sacrifices from the remainder of American society. What better day than Memorial Day to discuss this.
Medicaid Expansion: Follow the Money
When it comes to public policy, many times it is necessary to follow the money and see who benefits financially. So, let’s look at some organizations that support Medicaid expansion in Alaska and […]
Answer These Questions Before Alaska Expands Medicaid
Here is a list of questions from House Finance Committee to the Department of Health & Social Services that need to be answered before Alaska even thinks about expanding Medicaid: ALASKA STATE LEGISLATURE […]
Are Alaska Schools Underfunded?
We continue to hear the shouts of broken “promises”, “fully fund education”, “adequately fund education”, and legislators are destroying public education. Where’s the truth? Let’s look at the data and facts to see if Alaska is adequately funding public education.