Not funny at all considering Alaska was purchased by the Federal Taxpayers. The taxes are paid by those who purchase the oil. Alaska is merely a middle man in these transactions taking a cut.
Just like the Louisiana Purchase and other areas. Of course in those states the government gave land to industry to develop, like the railroads. Homesteading was done to higher percentage and the land office actually sold the land rather than holding it for a non revenue producing park or wildlife reserve.
When American forces fought the British gaining control present day Michigan, who paid that cost? Looks to me like American Taxpayers.
Pot, meet Kettle.