Lines & Rhymes

In 2003, newly-elected Sheriff Frank J. Anderson held a St. Valentine’s Ball to bring people together. One of the special guests at the St. Valentine’s Ball was Congresswoman Julia Carson. The Congresswoman and the Sheriff had been close personal friends for many years. During the course of the evening, Sheriff Anderson read a poem that he had written for the special occasion. The Sheriff, who always preached love above hate, touched many hearts with the poem. As the Congresswoman began her St. Valentine’s greeting, she let it be known from that day forward, Frank J. Anderson would be known as “The Poet Sheriff”. It was a title Sheriff Anderson warmly embraced.
Born in Kentucky in 1938, Frank Anderson came to Indianapolis before World War II. During the interviewing years, this man has accomplished much. But nothing captures Frank Anderson’s good heart and keen mind like his poetry. What follows is a brief sample of a body of work that Sheriff Anderson has produced over the years. The peace officer’s lines and rhymes are insightful and unique. May they be an inspiration to others and help sustain Anderson’s mission in life to promote peace and love over division and hate.