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I congratulate the governor and his staff for leading on a politically unpopular but absolutely necessary piece of legislation. And for those in the Legislature, I offer my apologies for saying you couldn’t get it done.
Alaskans have had more than enough empty talk about cuts without specifics. We're overdue for real -- and open -- debate about who gains, who loses and who picks up the tab.
OPINION: Challenge in building a sustainable budget for Alaska demands a spirit of cooperation and a fundamental agreement that doing nothing is not an option.