I am a Democrat, but I am an even stronger supporter of Governor Walker.  The Governor's reduction in the Permanent Fund dividend is part of a larger package of reductions - including reduced oil tax credits.  Declining oil production and low oil prices present real difficulties in meeting our operating budget.  We need to move beyond a single source of revenue for government.

For many Alaskans, the Dividend is an income supplement.  Cuts to services effect us all and a reduction in the PFD is certainly less regressive than a state sales tax as the primary revenue source.

We can no longer turn to oil revenues to fully meet our budget needs - the markets are too volatile and surpluses will last into the foreseeable future. 

The proposed law suit does not educate the public on the complexities of Alaska's revenue problem and discuss realistic solutions.

I am willing to be part of the solution if it is a reasonable and balanced approach.  A cut in the PFD is reasonable.