The Palmer VA Home is a gem and I thank  the hard working staff for what they do.  That said, what provides "the most good for the most" with our limited state funds?  Caring for old Alaskans or operating a Legislators-only  Dining Room, funding even more legislative consultants to avoid decision making, and paying endless per diem for endless legislative sessions?  The choice seems obvious to our Senate President and our Speaker of the House.