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I've been amused by the numbers that I keep hearing for the population of Wasilla. This may be a case where the population strictly within the city limits is 6-7k, but that is far from representative of the town. Wasilla (and nearby Palmer) are the suburbs of Anchorage. The area supports around 60-70k, not 6-7k. This area (known around here as the Mat-Su Valley) is the second largest in population for the state, second only to Anchorage.
That's not to say that I disagree with your premise - far from it. Just thought you might want to adjust your numbers a bit. FYI, I was born and raised in Wasilla, so I'm getting a kick out of these....
