The word "caucus" is not found in either the Constitution nor the Joint Uniform Legislative Rules.  I have no objection to a a temporary caucus regarding a specific issue; however, a permanent standing caucus operates as Charlie Huggins explained by "traditions".  "Traditions" is how any dictatorship functions with the "Dear Leader" deciding which "traditions"  will be created, sustained, or ignored as necessary and when.  A good idea providing maximum benefit to Alaskans will stand public scrutiny and those who favor the closed caucus know that too well.