THE DEFENDER

Bravo to you on “The Defender,” by Joy Horowitz (July 23). Leslie Abramson’s courage and belief that one person can make a difference in this crazy world is an inspiration to us all. If there ever was a system that needs someone like Abramson to shape it up, it is the criminal justice system. We are all too happy to lock up the poor and the powerless while the powerful and affluent quietly make a back door exit with their attorney. Abramson evens up the game a bit.

ANNE LINN

Santa Barbara