Open Letter to ALASKANS

If you are one of the “unfortunate” that takes it upon his or herself to follow what is occurring in this state by the so-called “Think Tanks” and legislators, with respect to the feasibility upon an in-state “Natural Gas Pipeline”, it is a mind boggling proposition. It will give one a headache, a toothache, a bellyache and suck the living life out of any righteous citizen engaged in just trying to sift out what is really going on - which means a whole lot of state loot is going wasted on “fluff” legislation and martini lunches. Wasn't that banned?  Dementia may also play in as a factor with the bureaucracy faction – selective forgetfulness. In fact, if there was a map depicting all the scenarios and all the different routes now on the drawing boards meant to deliver low cost gas to a neighborhood near you, it would make this state no longer appear as the “Last Frontier” but the “Lost Frontier”. Please Lord, just one that works. And today we hear of continued interest in a gas pipeline from Southcentral to the Interior? Talk about one step forward and three steps back, as this is indeed a Dueling Banjos' “backward” proposition! Here it is in a nutshell. All the proposed lines so-far but one will take incentives, which in layman's language equates to subsidies which renders down to giving away the hen-house. Sure any one of the proposed pipelines may provide “cheaper” energy, but when the lose factor through subsidies challenges the savings, we end up paying a whole lot more for less. And when subsidies are required, that money takes away from other needs and requirements for a government funded by resource development, like what we could have acquired through our PFD dividends. My take on Alaskan natural gas and what is going on with “zero” transparency behind closed doors. And you thought Frank and Sarah were bad, think twice. A brilliant ARCO CEO once said it well. Take a Coleman stove up North to Prudhoe Bay, hook it up to a well, and one can have boiling water in no time flat. See, natural gas is “marketable” out of the ground. It is very unlike “crude oil”, which is a nasty smelling liquid laced with cancer causing constituents - BETX - that must be manipulated in order for it to become marketable. So along the way, there exists many accounting manipulations, suspicious ways and means to add a few pennies here and a few pennies there before it gets to the refiners. That is why it is called the “Black Gold”. By the time Alaskan crude makes it to the cracking tower and made into motor gasoline, it can easily see increases of 400% above and beyond the well-head price. With “Natural Gas”, the manipulation is very difficult if not close to impossible - one of the main reasons this state is yet to see a “natural gas pipeline” heading south from Prudhoe Bay. ConocoPhillips and BP and EXXON, these are “Oil Companies”, not “natural gas” retailers. So when we hear of legislators making laws that will provide for a state run corporation with permission to with-hold data in a state built on an “open records” forum, an “Alaskan” corporation designed to build “us” an in-state natural gas delivery pipeline with no regulation like Mike Chenaults' HB9 insists, it is a ways and means for the “lobby” to find those manipulating loopholes so we never really know how much we are loosing out what is essentially ours to begin with – the resources! Headache Bill HB9 gives the Alaska Gasline Development Corporation, a subsidiary of the Alaska Housing and Finance Corporation, permission to spend over $7-Billion for something not yet determined. Layers of bureaucracy allow these so-called “Alaskan Corporations” to exist without ever showing a profit. In fact, name one entity under the “Alaskan Corporation” umbrella that would make it in the “real” investment and business world? And like another confidant of mine said when discussing revision number 5000 to this state’s gas pipeline “blind” initiative, “Why build a pipeline when career makers can just think of building one, as when the pipe finally enters the trench and the gas flows, the do nothing jobs go away.” There is a lot said about this with respect to what, or what is not going on with our representation down in Juneau. Remember, it is our gas, our resource, by virtue of one's citizenship this state. So the chaos and friction and out-of-control legislation that wants to incite within the public the possibility “once again” of that pie-in-the-sky pipeline, it is all fluff and wasting not only money, but time! Look, we have lost out in the race to supply other nations with “low cost” natural gas. But there exists a bigger problem looming on the horizon, to which I invite your help. Most of the “natural gas pipeline” proposals are shooting for the “Big Pipeline”, which means a pipeline that entertains an export scenario. And true, a “Big Pipeline” means more jobs and more income, through royalties garnished by selling the gas – to reiterate, the citizens’ gas! Sidebar: This state's greatest “Hard Aground” was not the EXXON Valdez hitting Bligh Reef on a moonlit night, the biggest wreck came about in the early 70's as a big mistake when the legislators called for only a 12.5% royalty on Alaska's oil shipped down the 800-mile long Trans-Alaska-Pipeline. That number, a meager 12.5% is what is found in text-books – for study only! In California, wherein the legislators look after the “citizens” well-being, that “royalty” number pushes upwards to 50%. Which is a win-on-win for both the resource owner and the developer, half and half is a “goodwill” partnership. This state blew it back then and we the people have suffered the consequences for way too long by now, some 30 plus years. We do not want to make that mistake again, with the “natural gas” commodity. Now as far as that North to South pipeline engaging in providing “low cost” gas to Alaskans, well that is a little piece of the pie, and may never come to fruition. Yes, there exists the possibility that a giant sized line will traverse Fairbanks and not be allowed a spigot for taking gas to consumers! It is very confusing, the rules and regulations that may follow this “beast of burden” natural gas pipeline. And believe me, whatever comes about, it will be not in the best interest of the citizens! The “Big Pipeline” proposers focus on filling the state coffers with pennies on the dollar value of the gas and not at all interested in what happens along the way. Herein is where a nightmare is becoming a reality. Right now, and not made mention by anybody collecting a state salary and working to make a pipeline reality nothing more than just a career, it is the fact that there exists an “Export Ban” on any and all North Slope natural gas. In my correspondence with Larry Persily, the Federal Natural Gas Pipeline Coordinator this concern, he acknowledged this fact and made it clear that the sitting President – Barack Obama – has not been approached, as it is his call to lift the existing “ban”. According to Persily, to premature at this point in time, due the fact we are still in the dream stage. In fact, here is his correspondence with me upon my concern the existing ban:

From: "Larry Persily"

Date: Sun Nov 13 11:35:36 AKST 2011

Subject: RE: Alaska Natural Gas "Export Limitations"

Dear John & Jane Doe

I have not spoken with the White House or members of the Alaska congressional delegation about the export limitation, though I have asked our staff to research the history of the law and how it might be applied today. In addition to this provision, there is a second, more general provision in federal law that requires Department of Energy approval of an export license in order to ship U.S. natural gas overseas. Alaskans are familiar with this process, which was required for ConocoPhillips/Marathon to export liquefied natural gas from the Nikiski terminal for decades. I do not believe this really becomes an issue until a company or partnership of companies stands up and actually proposes a new export project from Alaska. Currently, all we have is the governor and others stating that an export project might be a better option. I know the companies are considering an export project, and I expect if it ever becomes the preferred option for the companies they would certainly investigate the likelihood of winning federal approval for an export license. It's usually easier to follow the law as opposed to battling in Congress to change it. At that time, if the state wants to seek a change in federal law, I am sure our office would assist them in that endeavor. It's just a little early to go try changing federal law to accommodate a project that is still in the maybe or possibly stage.

To: Larry Persily/Federal Coordinator
Alaska Natural Gas Transportation Project.

Dear Mr. Persily;

Now that Alaska's Governor Sean Parnell is trying to find an interest for Alaska's North Slope natural gas upon foreign markets, what does the "Export Limitation" clause of the "Alaskan Natural Gas Transportation Act" mean for "Exports" if requirements of any future contracts are greater than the now set limit of 1,000 Mcf/Day? As you may be well aware, the law as it stands reads:

15 U.S.C. § 719j: Export limitations
"Any exports of Alaska natural gas shall be subject to the requirements of the Natural Gas Act [15 U.S.C. 717 et seq.] and section 103 of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act [42 U.S.C.6212], except that in addition to the requirements of such Acts,before any Alaska natural gas in excess of 1,000 Mcf per day may be exported to any nation other than Canada or Mexico, the President must make and publish an express finding that such exports will not diminish the total quantity or quality nor increase the total price of energy available to the United States."

With AGIA and Trans-Canada, this seemed not a problem, as Canada as well as Mexico were both exempt this regulation. So does this place restrictions on Parnell's plan? And have you had words with the President on getting this "Export Limitation" lifted, by the sitting President, as it appears this would be a "1st" requirement before this state goes off trying to peddle the commodity. Thanks for your help this matter.

 Another line idea that envisions the gas to run to Valdez for export thinks it can utilize an export permit originally approved for the Yukon Pacific Corporation. But that license was not for export, only a FERC certificate to build an export LNG facility and the experts on federal licensing that reviewed that license have warned the legislators that it would be easier to re-apply once contracts were signed, sealed and waiting for deliveries. And the YP license expired last year, so is now null and void. According to a reliable source, it will take from 5 to 10 years to get an “export ban” conditioned to allow something to make this “export” a go project. But with the current climate, there is no sitting President that would ever sign such legislation into effect – banning the “ban”. It would be political suicide, as the condition for which the ban can be lifted is based on one too many economic factors wherein the rest of America becomes part of the equation, so it will never happen. Let’s face it, the rest of America despises Alaska as we still garnish more Federal tax dollars per capita then any other state in the Union yet have the largest oil fields in North America. Talk about a “welfare” state of affairs. If the “ban” is repealed, it will be done behind closed doors with some secretiveness and there will never be allowed public scrutiny. Or it will require this state to lawsuit the Fed.'s. That is why it is so important to now come together for our own rescue of “our” resource. We must rally a cause that tells the President under no uncertain terms to allow a lift on the existing “export ban”, until such time an in-state natural gas pipeline is in place for the people. A separate line all by itself, so we can control its destiny. Any other way would be suicide upon the resource and suicide upon this state’s future wellbeing.  And there is already a solution on the drawing boards wherein natural gas could be running into Fairbanks and down to Anchorage within 3-years, a viable project that has not caught the undivided attention of the representative body, even though most have been briefed by the project coordinators – a private entity managed by two long time Alaskans. It is called the “Arctic Fox Pipeline”. And there is a reason as to why this line has been left to collect dust on the “Think Tank” shelves and banned from the halls of the Alaskan legislature. It works! The numbers work, the schedule works but it does not provide a political tool that can be used against us. That same age old strangulation act played upon us by inept representation time and time again. They have a big problem with projects that do not provide them with ransom control. So I urge you to write to the President, asking him to not lift the Alaska Export Ban until such time our heating bills are tame, from low cost natural gas piped down the streets of Fairbanks, the Matanuska Valley, Anchorage and the Kenai. When enough pressure is forwarded this concern to the proper channels, then maybe those doing nothing but collecting a paycheck on our dime and time, they will start to retreat from the “Big Pie” in the sky project and start to spend time working for the citizens’ interests, instead of against us. Once again, of all the correspondences I have forwarded to the legislative body and also to the Alaska delegation my concern this “ban”, I have received nothing in return, as to come forward now and try to explain to the citizens that $millions$ approaching $billions$ has been sunk into something that will never happen, well that doesn't side too well come re-election time or at a time when we are faced with oil at $104 a barrel and climbing. Damn, smells like “Corrupt Bastard Club” cigars smoldering, and what’s with all those empty martini glasses?

Free Comic Book

Wow a genuine Alaskan funny. And the slogan this great 47-page read filled with Alaskan Style “Corrupt Bastard Club” laughter goes like this: “We’re with you all the way!” I am talking the greatest rip-off show of the century, right here in the “Lost Frontier” making Mad Magazine a second rate consideration. See, it was supposed to be the Alaska Railroad’s 2011 Annual Report, but what went printed was pure laughter. Is it really that bad, or “good” if laughter is the best medicine. OK, let me share some of the reason for the laughter. Last year, 46% of the rail’s income came from a Federal “grant”, included as “revenue” in the balance sheet. And like any scam artist corporation, the balance sheet is just that, a balance towards “zero” income. So add in the taxpayers’ loot, in the tune of $40-Million, then spend spree it away as rainy days don’t exist in Alaska – waste the loot on exorbitant salaries for the chiefs and let the workers survive on Hamburger Helper. And when tough times come, instead of sending the workers to the unemployment line, cut the “filth fluff”! Look, Bill Sheffield is the “Vice Chair” of the rail’s board of directors, need I say anymore! Now the real income, from utilizing the railroad for what it’s worth – not really much – well it was freight that made some income, once again at the expense of the taxpayers. See, coal accounts for 50% of the freight. If you ever saw how much it costs Uncle Sam to keep the military bases warm, from outrageous coal costs along with outrageous rail transport costs, you would vote to send the Alaskan military bases to the BRAC attack brass. In fact, it is a sad day for America when Korea can buy coal cheaper from Joe and transported down to Seward on the rail, cheaper then what the ARMY must dish out. Capitalism? How about disgusting cronyism like went on the other night over at the PenAir Hangar, in honor of horrible Ted. Yes, Bill was in attendance! And some of the general and administrative costs for the rail were allocated as expenses tagged upon capital projects, which means some of the state workers are in reality Federal employees, as once again said, projects paid for by the U.S. Taxpayers. What the hell gives? Hey, with film credits making crap documentaries about Alaska, maybe an “American Greed” segment about the Alaska Railroad would have merit and truly earn those credits. And the laughter goes on! Under some obscure rule making allowed by the recently modified Internal Revenue Code, the rail through an agreement with a customer – either Joe Usibelli or the Koch Brothers – the railroad was allowed $4.8-Million tax offset for “qualified track maintenance” and turned over the savings to that customer, in the tune of $2.7-Million in shipping credits – once again the “Fleecing of America”. If that customer was Joe, well he sure didn’t pass on any savings to the U.S. Army, for shipping all that coal to the bases. If the customer meant the Koch Brothers, they sure didn’t give the military a break, for jet fuel deliveries. What do you mean the rail has only two paying customers? This “annual report” reeks of madness and it is not at all supposed to provide such laughter on such a serious matter – my tax dollars at work. Are there any true Americans left around? Whatever happened to JFK’s calling, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country”, which doesn’t include treason in the form of fraud! And whoopee-cushion-doodoo, as the Alaska Railroad enjoys a Standard & Poor’s bond rating of “A+”. Guess what, take away the “grant” and the rating tanks to “D-“. In fact, if one looks at the annual report and takes the handout away, the ARR goes broke, to bankrupt status. Guess what people, it isn’t only the auto industry being bailed out by the U.S. Taxpayers, as this rail-bail has been going down now for 25-years! And what the hell gives with “grant funded depreciation”? This annual report is crazy every which way but loose, and that appears to be the case, the crooks on the loose! If the tax code allows this, we have been blinded by the Congress. Now the rail is running scared, not because the U.S. Senate Bill 1813 will restrict the rail from receiving only 12% for passenger service instead of 60%, in reality it means instead of stealing $36-Million from the U.S. Treasury only $2-Million will be allowed. For the past decades this state has been reporting with fraudulent intent, the actual rail miles providing transportation to workers day in and day out – commuter service is what it’s called. Where in hell is that taking place today, this commuter thing? Maybe the M.V. Susitna finally showed up and is in competition with the railroad men, who “drink up your blood like wine”. What do you mean Don Young’s ship has been sold on E-bay? Now this attempt to tell the world that Alaska has a commuter rail service, this doesn’t include seasonal tourists, like the rail’s management was attempting to fraudulently report.  It’s called fraud, and should be punishable by jail time instead of rail play time!  They went overboard with respect to reported rail service for commuter passengers verses a freight service and got caught. That is why on a quiet summer day down at West Chester lagoon, that peace and quiet would be disrupted by hundreds of empty coal cars going back and forth for no apparent reason but to waste expensive fuel so the rail could chalk up “ghost car miles” for the “grant” requirement. Empty cars at that, when at the same time the railroad boss thinks the outfit is a bonafide “Green” machine? Maybe an ugly green. Maybe she meant green from the U.S. Taxpayers generosity. What happened to being honest? Asked that already, but a reiteration was necessary. And here is my take on the entire state of affairs the Alaskan Railroad that could not be sold or for that matter ever be considered sellable as there isn’t a business man around crazed enough to waste away even a penny on an investment with “zero” returns. Want to do something that helps out the Alaskans who care, post the salaries of the top management, like what does Susan Bell get out of this boondoggle. Or what does John Binkley get out of this abuse. The list goes on, and like already mentioned, when Bill Sheffield is involved, we know where that goes. Look, if this “Comic Book”, enchanting us with “We are with you all the way” dishes out not your kind of humor, then according to Bill Sheffield, the Vice Chair, “This comic book is designed to provide residents of the State of Alaska and customers and creditors with a false sense and false hope overview of the ARRC’s finances and to demonstrate selective accountability for the U.S. Taxpayer monies it receives. If you have not received enough laughter from this report or need additional laughter, contact the Alaska railroad Corporation, P.O. Box 107500, Anchorage, Alaska 99510-7500, 907-265-2300 or visit the website at www.billknowsbleed.com” or words to that effect, as I am tearing so much this laughter that it is messing up my sight.  And no, Casey Jones is not high on cocaine but it makes me wonder…..

The VECO Grill

Wow, what an event, just like old times! I am talking the “Alaskan’s For Justice” shindig in honor of Ted Stevens and a move to castrate the U.S. Justice Department.  You just watch, as they will find Trayvon was a victim and Zimmerman the perpetrator. What is wrong with this country? Put that aside, it’s time to celebrate, as Dan has been re-elected and Proposition 5 is history. Gays, mind you! And what made this event at the PenAir Hangar on Boeing Drive all worth the time and effort was the re-appearance of the VECO barbecue grill! This grill has a history, but was last seen at a crime scene and confiscated as evidence, by the damn Justice Department. Not only did they take down Ted, they took away our fun! I don’t know why Ted was so good to these jerks, earmarked an entire new crime lab for the bastards, which they used to indict him. Hey, it’s time to celebrate! Wow, I sure missed that barbecue, as when it gave off smoke and heat, it meant a gathering of the 1% contingency here in Anchorage, and good’ol American steel keeps its promise, as the names of the innocent until proven guilty are “slag” welded onto the frame of this famed piece of Alaskan history.  Even a little rust from slack use can’t erase the image behind this historical icon. Don Young’s hand-cock, along with Bill Sheffield, of course Ted’s and Bill Allen’s, to name but a few. And those branding slashes on that wooden handle, a tally of every underage girl lured to their knees by Bill with a “hot” wiener. Look, Bill helped these young street whores find themselves, shame on anybody who finds his inkling for little girls out of bounds. Give him a break. Do you know how much good he did for Alaska? He is Scott Walker’s protégé! Wow, just like old times it is tonight. And kudos to the blogger that keeps calling Lisa by MoanaLisa MurCowpie, as she seemed to get a kick over that! See, Lisa and Don used a government plane to attend this benefit for Dead Ted. What’s an extra $50k on the Federal deficit? We deserve it. And remember the times when the VECO barbeque was used to cook steak for the privileged class, over at Bill Sheffield’s mansion, steak hauled here from back east on one of those government planes, a Coconut kickback. Then when we had our Friday night fill, it was used to cook “pink slime” for the proletariats at the Alaska Congressional delegation’s summertime re-election campaign down on the Park Strip. I remember one evening we went so drunk on Don Perignon that we pissed on the grill, that’s when Bill slipped and got that horrible nose bleed. And in the confusion, nobody cared to clean the grill top! The peons didn’t know the difference when it was used at the park. Piss on them and their democratic ways and means. You don’t see them standing up for Ted. I guess in the old days, the VECO grill came out of hiding only for a reason political and being an election year, wow it’s going to be a great summer here in Anchorage. Gee, everybody of importance is here celebrating, and those party favor hats, the KKK cones with CBC. May the Corrupt Bastards’ Club reign forever, that cheer is starting to fill the airwaves. I am so proud to be an Alaskan 1%! Looks like the Archbishop Shametebury, I need to congratulate him, for helping us reject the gays! Go Catholics Go. And there’s Jerry Prevo and Jim Minnery, their creepy! Someone just yelled out it was a “bigot” reunion, everybody is laughing out loud. And there’s Dan Sullivan. Three chairs for Dan! And isn’t that Ron Duncan, Ted’s pimp? Wow, it is so great to be here tonight. Look at Don, I didn’t know he was a comedian. And MoanaLisa is rehearsing for her wicked witch of the North act. Check out the pictures. 

MoanaLisa MurCowpie as Wicked Witch of the North

Don demonstrating hidden condom trick with Bill Sheffield.

Letter to Mark Begich

To: The “Honorable” Mark Begich/U.S. Senator - Alaska

Subject: Request for “Force Majeure” Ownership of the M.V. Susitna

It has been many days since our corresponding with respect to the M.V. Susitna “Missing In Action”. I had the opportunity to see the Susitna, when I was on a state run ferry out of Ketchikan in early October. The ship nobody wants was sitting at the dock, wasting space and I am sure dormant docking fees accumulating. It appeared as if even the Ravens and gulls shied away this hull? Lets face the facts. The building of this amphibious assault vessel was for no apparent reason, except to create jobs in a state that has failed at designing a future with respect to a sustainable jobs infrastructure. You know it, as does anybody with a lick of sense. The M.V. Susitna - since inception - was but a waste of the U.S. Taxpayers' money and due the fact it is still a “ship without a home”, it is time to cut the loses. I am asking you through powers inherent in your position as a U.S. Senator, to initiate a “Force Majeure” takeover of the M.V. Susitna, and through this confiscation in efforts to protect the taxpayers - sell it to a state or foreign entity wherein it can be utilized. Even if you can get but a few pennies on “our” dollars, say from an E-Bay auction, it is still better than letting her rot to rust down in Ketchikan. I am serious this matter, as it points to a “Fleecing of America” at a time wherein economic challenges should see this kind of waste sidelined. Look, there is no need for this ship in and around Anchorage. It will never be used for its original intent, whatever that was! It is time to stand up against yet another waste situation and make good from what can be salvaged. If you cannot perform this maneuver, then maybe the U.S. Taxpayers should bring a law suit against the State of Alaska, for “waste not want” violations. So please, use your Congressional power to take ownership the M.V. Susitna and help soften the Federal deficit. Or, take the salvage money and utilize it for something worthwhile. Once again, I represent a growing concern over this “waste” and ready to take action should you refuse to except our demands. Since it was money from the U.S. Treasury, it is really your responsibility to demand retribution, and through a “Force Majeure” confiscation - a simple maneuver allowed by governments - we can begin to cut our loses and at the same time point out that the government can demand action when inaction demonstrates malfeasance upon the taxpayers. I look forward to seeing a “For Sale” notice soon.

Alaska's “Wall of Shame”

The “American Recovery and Reinvestment Act” has started a new entry of interest on the “Recovery's” web-site, called the “Wall of Shame”. It is in efforts to list those organizations that are in violation of the required reporting policies. The ARRA allowed government - taxpayer loot - funding through transparency, so reporting was a part of the beneficiary requirement, wherein such oversight would make sure the money was not looted away and went toward its intended purpose. The reporting was designed to exterminate the “Fleecing of America”. The following lists the Alaskan organizations that are currently on the “Wall of Shame” as they have not kept up their commitment and promise to report to the government how the “stimulus” money has been spent:

ALASKA NATIVE WOMENS COALITION

NATIVE VILLAGE OF NAPAKIAK

KETCHIKAN GATEWAY BOROUGH

CHENEGA IRA COUNCIL

NENANA LUMBER COMPANY, INC

METLAKATLA INDIAN COMMUNITY

ASA`CARSARMIUT TRIBAL COUNCIL

Alaska Department Of Health

CHILKOOT INDIAN AK

YAKUTAT TLINGIT TRIBE

RIVADA SEA LION LLC

If you are associated with any of the above listed “Wall of Shame” candidates and know of abuse upon the U.S. Taxpayers through this funding from ARRA, please contact the ARRA police so the wrong can be prosecuted.

Bigotry - Alaskan Style

After reading the Anchorage Daily News' COMPASS of March 31^st, “Prop 5 Will Encourage Discrimination” and authored by Anchorage's Archbishop Roger L. Schwietz, I must admit that the scorecard that writing fails not a bigot's view on Proposition #5. Just how in hell can a proposition against discrimination “encourage” discrimination? Too bad the reverend didn't have his office staff edit this writing, as I cannot believe this is the Roman Catholic Religion's consideration upon this bill. In fact, maybe enlisting a member of the Gay Lesbian community to lend a helping hand the bishop's reasoning would have benefited mankind, for the true facts of the matter behind this “mission” to end sexual orientation discrimination in Anchorage. What is wrong with advancements upon civilization over controlling oppositions – like the COMPASS message appears to achieve? And why not use one's stature in society to help out such advancements? Look, the Bishop could send a piece of used toilet paper to the ADN and with that hand-cock of religious authority it would get published. That position has merit, but to use it as a means to further a bigot agenda, I must agree with most of the Bloggers that challenged the Bishop's “bigot” message - maybe it is time to tax church! As the pulpit has become a “controlling” interest on matters of civility. And the examples published by the Archbishop of how passing this proposition could compromise an already accepting society, all the examples are pure evidence that what is preached at the podium is pure blasphemy. As quoted; “Anchorage is, in fact, a tolerant place now to live and work”? Only if one keeps quiet his or her sexual preference and orientation – the closet syndrome! And that in itself is “Res ipsa loquitur” discrimination - on it face - when a citizen of your so-called “tolerant place” has to fake his or her identity. Look, do you really think “gays” are excepted in the oil patch? Up in Prudhoe Bay! Remember, “Don't Ask, Don't Tell” was a failure. Proposition #5 if passed sows the seed for humanities advancement, for a more tolerant society – exactly what Jesus preached to his disciples and followers. What is your problem with “Brotherly Love”. Why not look at that instead of a stuck-up premeditated crucifixion your addiction to limit the sanctity of marriage to one woman, one man. With Lent upon us, my sentiment finds not that Jesus died for my sins, but was crucified for your sins of “bigotry” upon humanity. Your sermons, your opposition this proposition's passage with its inherent obligations to limit bigotry along with discrimination no longer a practice, it keeps the torch of bigotry burning bright. And Reverend, you are not an Alaska! It takes time and commitment and from your non-compassion upon your fellowman this proposition, your message to the clergy and congregation to fail it, it appears that “compassion” commitment is in somebody else's pocket, like maybe you have something in common with Jerry Prevo - and he is a bonafide tax cheat! Someday, when you meet your Creator, you will find the true answer to “Love”! I feel for you, that in your position so ordained that you continue to preach a cowardly message. Yes, your definition of Love seems out-of-touch with reality, something I have experienced and learned. So yes, I can challenge your message. This writing tries to share that with you. Take it or leave it, as it is your CHOICE!

Alaskans for Jaundice

April Fool's - 2012

Chalk a win up for the GOP “Gotcha”! Even before my morning mug of java directed cognizant behavior, I was attacking the computer keyboard, pushing out a rebuttal. See, according to U.S. Senator from Alaska MoanaLisa MurCowpie, she wants to float a bill through Congress that “aims to keep prosecutors HONEST”. It stems from a million dollar report – paid for by the U.S. Taxpayers – and demanded by Ted Stevens' defense team, a team that includes an attorney that also defended Oliver North when the ex-marine acted as Ronald Reagan's scapegoat and was found in contempt of Congress for lying under oath about the Iran-Contra affair! With respect to the Ted Stevens' case, now MoanaLisa thinks the Justice Department was on a mission of “conviction at any cost” and is quoted: “Instead of justice being blind in this case it was blindly ignored”. Poetic justice isn't it! Look, the prosecutors were “out-of-bounds”, but only for reasons in efforts to protect America at any cost. Yes, this case needed an indictment, regardless if it targeted a long time sitting senator. Ted was corrupt! Alaska benefited from this corruption, it went hand-in-hand, as what was good for the goose was good for the fleecer. Case in point Ted's own conviction to corruption, when he received millions from his cohort in crime Rubini, for “privatized” housing out at Elmendorf Air Force Base. Ted used his influence to steer a $450-million dollar project his friend's ways. Sure it created jobs, but at the same time it made millions in excessive income for the “buddy” network and in the end cost the taxpayers a bundle of extra loot. See this housing was so fancy, at an infantryman's salary, it was basically un-affordable housing which meant subsidized rent assistance was required to fill the vacancies. Are you with me still, shit like this is criminal, no way around it. And Ted was smart and knew exactly what was going on around him, but thought his “goodwill” intentions to help out Alaska allowed for the “Corrupt Bastard Club” mentality to give way to unethical decision making. And yes, with the Rubini caper, he was caught red-handed with his “gimme gimme” in the cookie jar. Now if giving the money back is the only fallout, what if he had not been caught? Talk about “HONESTY”, it works only when there occurs an inner sanctuary that understands what honesty is all about, as today we see a whole lot of extra curricular activity on the opposite side of the fence, as ethics in government service is but a suggestion only. Look, Congress continuously forgets that “Honesty is the best policy”, as this creative forgetfulness gets one re-elected, time after time after time. I wonder, in this day and age, if an honest politician can get re-elected? And for MoanaLisa MurCowpie to talk about honesty, remember the land dealings she went involved in – by forgetting about the “honesty” clause during her swearing in ceremony – a deal too good to be true down on the Kenai River orchestrated by her own cohort in crime, Bob Penney – a very, very close friend of Ted's. The filth associated with the “Corrupt Bastards Club” here in Alaska is mind-boggling! Honestly. See, we only get to harass the bastards with the “honesty” policy when they get caught at something. What about all the good'ol boy network things that slip through the umbrella of honesty and righteousness? And there is this “bowel” movement planned for April 4^th, by a bunch of bozo bus mentality fans of Ted called “Stand Up for Justice – Tell the Justice Department they will be held accountable for what they did to Alaska's Champion”. Champion? What a joke, but this gathering is for real as there exists an entire faction of Ted supporters upset over how Ted was treated. This shindig includes a barbecue with the famed VECCO grill, so I am sure Bill Sheffield will be on-site as the MasterBader chef. Damn, is that nose-bleed blood in that burger? In fact, if in need of a nausea fix, just visit the web site, Alaskans for Jaundice! Maybe the entire month has been dedicated to “Fools”, as is the case those individuals that think Ted deserves retribution. If MoanaLisa's “Honesty” bill and this “bowel” movement - wherein the bozos behind this fantasy are listed - are not part of an April Fool's joke, a bad dream joke seems to fit the conditions. Lets face the facts. MoanaLisa MurCowpie knows not anything about “honesty”! Ted, he knew what it stood for, yet thought to act differently. And in the end, Ted got what he deserved, a tarnished reputation. You get what you play for! If you can't do the time, don't do the crime. Once again, if a botched investigation by the Justice Department, with no illegal or criminal ramifications upon the investigative team and merely some borderline mischief, it was done to protect the American interest. That is what the FBI and CIA and AFT must resort upon to protect that life, liberty and pursuit of happiness when members of Congress violate this clause, those that are exempt from prosecution due the immunity clause. It is not an easy task to indict a U.S. Senator. In fact, it takes the permission of the sitting U.S. President and at the time Ted's investigation was in motion, that was George Bush! So justice has been served in the Ted Stevens' case. In fact, it is good that the outcome proves to disgrace the Congress, as maybe it will allow ethics to once again be a powerful force to make sure the representative body plays no favorites with the likes of “Corrupt Bastards”. Look, they think they can get away with murder, they do, everyday when “war” is fought by American kids when there is no damn Congressional approval. So it is par for the course, as MoanaLisa MurCowpie retains that image of a corrupt member of Congress as does long time U.S. Representative Don Young. If anybody, especially the signatories of the pathetic movement scheduled for April 4^th at the PenAir hangar, for those so inclined to attack the U.S. Justice Department demanding punishment upon the investigative team, if those so inclined believe Ted was not a crook, then debate this writing, as it is by no stretch of the imagination an April Fool's joke. And the way Mark Begich is miss-behaving, he will end up in the same vote as it appears the CBC is still alive and well in Alaska. But in reality, why in hell is MoanaLisa wasting the taxpayers' time and dime on sleaze-bag legislation? Look, I am all for “honesty”, but if and only if it starts at the top! Maybe, just maybe if the Congress acted with even the slightest bit of “honesty” their dealings with the American citizens, then maybe we would see the trickle-down theory work and erase away what has happened towards ruin the one governing body we once respected above all. Today, it is not the “Approval” rating that is mind boggling, tanked at 5% approval, but on the other end of the scale it equates to the “Corruptness” rating, wherein simple math points out a rating of 95% corrupt. No wonder this country is the laughing stock and candidate time after time for Mad Magazine. But to inn-act legislation targeting the “Justice”, for a “JOB WELL DONE”, it is pathetic. Look, the Ted Stevens' case was a brilliant discovery and outcome, as it is very difficult to hang a member of Congress, due all the immunity they receive when sworn to uphold not the Constitution, but hold open that secret back door for the “Lobby”. Ted hung himself, by thinking his power made him an infidel. I forgot, Congress changed the name to protect the thieves, instead of “lobbyist” it is now disgraced as “Political Consultant”, same thing when Newt Gingrich was listed as a “historian” for Freddie Manson! Smokescreen for pilferage. In ending, I hope the GOP is just playing around, with some good old April Fools fodder, but they have not the IQ to relax and laugh even but for just a single day, as their time is spent destroying what decency is left from sea to shining sea! Fools? Wasn't the VECO barbecue confiscated as evidence?