Maybe you'll feel better after reading the Haycox commentary in today's ADN. 
I seem to recall Cruz suggesting that his company was headed south if SB21 didn't pass; it did pass and he went south nonetheless. 
Now, with oil sands in Canada and fracking in the US in decline he's back in Alaska to advocate for using our dividend to fund tax credits.
Is Cruz in it for Alaskans or for himself is the real question you and Rick should be asking.