Ms. Theriault Boots' articles are usually very fair and she usually does her research.  Not in this case.  Yes, the building was expensive and there definitely needs to be better oversight.  But let's put responsibility where it belongs:  the Legislature.  Yes, Alaska State Legislature, YOU are to blame.  For years, you have continually underfunded public safety in the state of Alaska.  Did you really think building a new building would solve all the problems?  What about funding for more qualified employees to work in the lab?  And what about funding for their ongoing re-certification needs?  And what about funding for more State Troopers?  Honestly, I am not at all surprised that two Democrats are behind this hit piece.  And I find it very interesting that a former lab director is one of the most vocal critics of the new lab.  Perhaps he has some personal axe to grind?  Legislature - Work with lab management and correct the issues rather than whining.  AK Dispatch - Dig deeper.