Andree,   Really? "...the Alaska democratic legislative process is healthy, functional and will not be impeded upon or destructed by deceptive and bullying forces.".  Really?   Well, how about being "impeded upon or destructed" by dinners, campaign donations, favorable (or unfavorable) media campaigns, trips, personal favors, and employment opportunities that the majority of the "people"simply can't afford?  Yes,  this issue appears to have been resolved in your favor;however, I wouldn't heap praise on the dysfunctional process that accomplished that result.