Walker sympathizes with dividend-cut opponents, but says it’s the only option

At a press conference in Juneau today, Gov. Bill Walker said he understands the position of legislators who are hearing from constituents opposed to cuts to Permanent Fund dividends.
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Gov. Bill Walker addresses Senate Bill 128, which would restructure Permanent Fund earnings and cut dividends. (Photo by Andrew Kitchenman, KTOO – Juneau)“I share with them the struggle they found themselves in. I found myself in exactly the same struggle,” Walker said. “A