The pandering surrounding the Permanent Fund Dividend by nearly every candidate for public office is disheartening and downright scary. The promise "to restore the full PFD" is an illusion. From what pool of funds do candidates intend to draw these funds? The budget is still in negative territory.
Placing the PFD in the Constitution is equally irresponsible. That sets up a contest between the PFD and education funding — and everything else. Sadly, I fear that instant gratification, even greed, outweighs common sense.
The PFD may pay down your credit card or buy you a new toy, but education buys you a life. Question candidates on these critical issues. And as you go to the polls, think of the next generation, not just the next election.
— Heather Flynn
Anchorage
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