Socialism,
Don Young is last of living relics in Alaskan politics. He does bring back the pork for Alaska which is evidenced by his long career of being re-elected. Part of his persona that appeals to many long time Alaskans is his mouth and his tendency to put his foot into it. Yet, he stands up for Alaska (and his friends) and has accomplish some good things.
I think of the recent bill he introduced for college education for kids that have been in foster care. He and his wife were long time foster parents. He came to Alaska as a teacher and went out into the Bush where he met and married his beautiful wife. He learned about,  knew and respected the culture. He has had great support over the years from the many of the Bush communities.
I have never heard of him being called a racist or a BillClintonite (sexual abuser). 
That he is a cranky curmudgeon I have no doubt. He is representive of a time in Alaska where men (and women) said what they thought in plain, simple, colorful words.