"Let the Alaskans develop their land and resources (and keep the revenue) and there would no need for any federal spending here. "
Then fight for that, instead of defending the indefensible.
We have been since before statehood. Kind of tough when you are outnumbered 250 million to 650 thousand. Just a few years ago we elected Wally Hickle Governor under the banner of the Alaska Independence Party who's aim was to sever all ties to the USA.