There many words that describe what has transpired in the last few years, yet their meaning ignored. The warnings of what was to occur where abundant again and again. What passed off as sound planning, direction and leadership was nothing more than vain hubris. The "glitter" of the titles, money, favors, cronyism and party politics created a descent to the very lowest common denominator. Deceit and avarice. Deceit by representatives to gain your confidence and vote. Pandering to our own vanity to gain our confidence to place them in office. I pity the very, very few who try to make it right, yet are overwhelmed by the deceit in motive and party politics and become fellow travelers. The victims of the avarice are the people of Alaska, their intellect, future, trust, well being, stealing peace of mind. After reading this article more than once and reading every comment general anger and distrust is abundant in Alaska and yet the "fiddle of destiny" plays on.