How much do you think this year's Alaska Permanent Fund Dividend will be worth?

The Alaska Permanent Fund lost 17.4% of it's value in the fiscal year that ended on June 30. Since the annual Dividends are based on a five year rolling average, how much do you think this year's check will be for?

How much will this year's Permanent Fund Dividend be?

$1500 - 2000

12%

$1000 - 1500

33%

$500 - 1000

26%

$0 - 500

4%

Who cares how much it is! It's free money!

25%

Vote

5/14/2009: Who is your favorite KUDO national host?

We know you love your progressive talk...that's why we are trying to bring you more live national shows. So, tell us, who is YOUR favorite host?

Which of our national hosts do you like the most?

Bill Press

2%

Stephanie Miller

17%

Thom Hartmann

23%

Randi Rhodes

46%

Ed Schultz

12%

4/20/2009: What are you most looking forward to now that the Legislature has adjourned?

The end of the Legislative session has occured. That means our Alaskan summer is just around the corner. With the lenghthening days and warmer temperatures, what are you looking forward to?

What are you looking forward to now that the Legislature has adjourned?

Fishing! Now that the session has ended, bring on the kings!

22%

Gardening. I can hardly wait to dig my fingers in the earth and grow some veggies!

43%

The end of school! I am ready for the summer break, and having fun with the kids.

4%

Tourists! I LOVE TOURISTS!!! Busloads of money are a wonderful thing.

22%

Christmas...it's just around the corner and I have shopping to do!

9%

4/16/2009: Do you think Alaskans have a high tax burden?

Alaska has no income tax and no statewide sales tax. We rely heavily on federal spending in many sectors of our economy. Now that the deadline to file your federal income tax has passed, how do you feel about the amount of taxes Alaskans pay?

Do Alaskans have a high tax burden?

Yes! I am sick of working to pay for people who are too lazy to get a job of their own.

7%

Yes. While I am grateful for the services they supply, there is a lot of waste still.

7%

No. No income tax, no statewide sales tax and only property taxes? We have it sweet.

73%

No. We are in economic freefall and those who worry about the spending should pay more in taxes.

13%

I don't know...I'm still confused by the property tax cap.

0%

3/31/2009: How has the eruption of Mount Redoubt touched your life?

Alaska's Mount Redoubt has reawakened, and the sleeping giant has been spewing ash and steam miles into the sky, disrupting air travel, endangering the Drift River oil terminal, and sending Anchorage into a frenzy looking for air filters. How has the volcanic activity affected you?

How has the eruption of Mount Redoubt affected you?

Not at all. I find more dust in my living room than I did after it hit Anchorage.

30%

Somewhat. I got the supplies recommended, and am waiting for some excitement.

22%

A little. I was stuck waiting for a flight, but finally made it to my destination.

17%

A lot. I've sealed my house, readied my bunker, and am waiting for day to turn to night.

4%

I now know the importantance of volcano monitoring. (Gov. Bobby Jindal only)

26%

3/20/2009: Do you agree with Governor Palin rejecting part of the federal stimulus funding?

Governor Sarah Palin announced Thursday that she was going to reject over 30 percent of the funding coming to Alaska in the federal economic stimulus package, mainly dealing with education, unemployment and health and social services, saying she did not want the state to be financially liable for new programs once the funding ends. Do you agree with her move?

Do you agree with Governor Palin rejecting part of the federal economic stimulus pacakge?

Absolutely not. This is the worst thing she's done yet.

81%

Yes, another brilliant move by the Governor.

14%

I'm not sure, I don't know enough about the liabilities and benefits.

5%

3/9/2009: Mayoral Election Poll

Next month, Anchorage residents will go to the polls to vote for a new mayor. Which of the below candidates do you support?

Of this limited list of candidates, which do you support for Mayor of Anchorage?

Matt Clayman

0%

Eric Croft

10%

Walt Monegan

22%

Sheila Selkregg

2%

Dan Sullivan

65%

1/20/2009: Cell Phones

What provider do you use?

AT&T

39%

ACS

18%

Alaska Digitel

11%

GCI

11%

none of the above

21%

1/5/2009: What are you looking forward to in the New Year?

With 2008 officially behind us, what are you looking forward to in the new year?

What are you looking forward to in the New Year?

A new President of the United States of America!

58%

A new national economic plan with oversight and accountability.

18%

The creation of more jobs in our country.

8%

Obama's promised tax cuts.

6%

Temperatures which are above freezing. Please.

10%

12/29/2008: What are your New Year's Eve plans?

2008 is almost at an end, and the bright promise of 2009 looms before us. What are your plans for New Year's Eve?

What are your New Year's Eve plans?

I'm heading downtown for the Fire and Ice celebration! Party on Anchorage!

17%

I'm the designated driver for several friends....we are partying throughout Anchorage, but responsibily.

0%

I am spending a romantic night with my honey at a downtown hotel and nightspot.

0%

I'm spending the evening at home with family and friends, glad we are healthy and happy.

83%

I'll be found at the bottom of a bottle...if my accountant says I can afford it.

0%

12/16/2008: Have you started your Christmas shopping yet?

A Rasmussen Reports poll shows 31 percent of reposndents have not yet started their Christmas shopping, with just over a week until the big day. Have you started yours yet?

Have you started your Christmas shopping yet?

No, and I will not be, in light of the economy.

22%

No, but I love the last minute rush and crowds on Christmas Eve.

0%

Yes, I have, but am not spending as much as last year.

44%

Yes, and I will do more over the next few days.

33%

I got all my shopping done weeks ago.

0%