The Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) is an essential financial source meant to benefit all eligible Alaskans who have resided in Alaska for at least one year. However, for many years, the full amount of our PFDs has been reduced by the State of Alaska. This financial allocation, crucial to our livelihoods, has been unjustly diminished, affecting thousands of Alaskans. Today, it is imperative that we stand united and demand transparency and fair treatment regarding our rightful earnings.

The PFD was established with the intent to share the state's oil wealth among all its residents. Yet, year after year, the amount allocated to each Alaskan has not reflected the fund's prosperous growth. For some families, this dividend represents a significant portion of their yearly income, critical for meeting everyday needs. Furthermore, the lack of unbiased and thorough coverage by media outlets regarding these reductions contributes to the misinformation about the PFD's significance and distribution.

We call on major media outlets in Alaska to provide balanced and comprehensive coverage of the PFD issue. With neutral and factual reporting, residents can be better informed about the nuances of the PFD system and the impacts of its reductions. Alaskans deserve to know why these cuts occur and how they affect each of our communities.

Moreover, issuing back payments for the years we received reduced PFDs could start to address this financial discrepancy. It’s time for our voices to be heard, and for our media to present the PFD issue both fairly and accurately.

Join us in urging Alaska's major media outlets to deliver balanced reporting on the PFD. Let us raise our voices and demand accountability and transparency. Stand with us, and let us ensure that every Alaskan receives their fair share. Sign this petition to support fair media coverage of the PFD issue today!