Of Bears and Ballots by Heather Lende

A slim book about a small town in Alaska and one woman's journey in public office. She had been an advocate to the community for as long as anyone could remember and decided to run for Assemblywoman for the Haines borough. Once in office she discovered a mountain of paperwork, an avalanche of meetings and one incredible democracy in action. Plain spoken memoir that is full of heart and hope. The author includes many a funny story that could only happen in Alaska and points out the incredible natural beauty. Fresh, uplifting and well said, her words will bring out the conservationist and small town activist in all of us.