Gov . Sarah Palin repeats claim she opposed Alaska 's `` bridge to nowhere '' Though she canceled the project in 2007 , she had previously supported it . The state 's Permanent Fund is now worth more than $ 35 billion , and Palin approved payments of $ 3,269 to every Alaska resident this year -- a $ 1,200 increase in the annual dividend each resident receives . Ex-aide : Palin opposed bridge after price doubled . Comment:
Gov . Sarah Palin repeats claim she opposed Alaska 's `` bridge to nowhere '' Though she canceled the project in 2007 , she had previously supported it . Ex-aide : Palin opposed bridge after price doubled . Comment: