After All – It’s Not as Though It’s The Public’s Money or Anything
Alaska legislators are voting today on whether or not to pass the state capital budget….without input from the public, and without an opportunity to read the bill. It’s a recipe …
Yesterday’s Record-Setting Day for the Alaska Legislature
The legislature broke a record yesterday. Actually, they broke more than that: they broke a law. While the funds available to pay the Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend have never been …
Democrats led by Gabrielle LeDoux Flee PFD Vote—Adopt Gabrielle’s Rules of Parliamentary Order
Whenever a politician comes asking for a pat on the back, make sure you’ve got a tight grip on your wallet. And then remember that everything you’ve heard about unscrupulous …
Something Snapped in the Alaska Legislature Tonight
The Alaska House of Representatives witnessed the political equivalent of a nuclear blast tonight. As with Pearl Harbor, there was little warning. And as with any blast, it will take …
Senators Attack Trump’s Nominee with Connections to Alaska: Declare Christian Beliefs Make You unfit For Public Office
Earlier this week, Senator Bernie Sanders and Senator Van Hollen attacked Trump’s nominee for the White House Office of Budget and Management, Russ Vought. I met Russ when he and …
House Goes Off the Rails in Morning Floor Session
Video of Floor Session During this morning’s floor session, House Democrats doubled-down on their refusal to engage or even permit Republicans to speak. After denying Republicans the opportunity to speak …
Day 134 of the Legislative Session: If You Give Politicians an Inch…
Democratic Caucus demands income tax. Tells Alaskans they won’t take “No” for an answer. Let’s first talk about where we are today, and then what to do about it. 80% …
