I hope the Alaskan economy doesn't tank further.  That will likely cause an accelerated exodus of smart and talented people  relocating to the lower 48. So after such a  "brain drain" what does that say about we who remain?   Speaking of brainless ideas, I have one.  Why not offer the Japanese 49% ownership and output of Alaskan LNG for the next 25 years?  Their price of admission: build the pipeline, processing facilities, and upkeep costs.  Just trying to think outside the box (I know, more likely outside the realm of rational thought).