Perhaps we should send the professor a link;
http://www.city-data.com/city/Wasilla-Alaska.html
I think he will especially like this one;
http://www.city-data.com/picfilesv/picv2363.php
“Imagine trying to reach Hartford without using a road or bridge.”
Imagine doing it in your Escalade, while sipping a latte, instead of bumping along in your Jeep with a hot cup of joe from Dunkin’ Donuts.