I went to the fair and although I didn”t go on any carnival rides I enjoyed the exhibits and good old fashion people watching. I picked up a copy of Don Anderson”s book, 408 Lakeport, at his booth. Don”s book took me on a ride I”ll not soon forget.
I picked up the book for a quick glance but found I couldn”t put it down until I finished it. Don took me on a ride filled with anger, sadness and disgust, tears and occasional smiles and remembering how my brother, Jim somehow always managed to keep the honor in his role as a police officer and firefighter. I found myself honoring a deputy I never knew, Sergeant Richard Helbush.
I”ve gained a greater respect for Don Anderson who literally had the opportunity to take the law into in own hands but chose to uphold the law and take the killers into custody. I have a greater insight into the man I”m voting for as our next DA. He shares his private thoughts in this candid, heart-wrenching and emotional book. If my brother were alive today I know he would be honored to shake Don”s hand and offer his support both emotionally and otherwise.
Barbara Galvan
Cobb
