I take exception with two statements made by assemblymen. The first is the increase in bed tax is for associated increased public safety. There is no evidence that hotel guests in Anchorage are the cause of increased crime, or require additional public safety. The other statement was a survey in support of a seasonal sales tax for capital construction. Car dealers and major appliance stores may as well shut down during the seasonal sales tax. Soaking tourists is a cheesy way to support public services.