Endorsed by attorneys

Valerie has been endorsed by nearly fifty attorneys practicing in Cumberland County have endorsed Valerie Adams for District Attorney, ranging in age from their 20s to their 70s, and bringing their different levels of experience and knowledge to bear on their decision. In a jointly signed letter, they stated:


“We join in endorsing Valerie Adams for District Attorney in Cumberland County. The undersigned are all attorneys, and many of us are former prosecutors.  Most of us are Democrats, as is Valerie Adams, but not all of us are.

We recognize Valerie as the best candidate for the office. Valerie brings all of the energy, experience and intelligence needed to run the office in a manner that best promotes justice and fairness. Having practiced as a prosecutor, a defense attorney, and counsel in immigration proceedings, Valerie is highly qualified. We know she will dramatically improve the efficacy and efficiency of the office that has been absent since the current DA began her term. Valerie is broadly supported in this race by the Assistant DAs at the Cumberland County DA's office, with whom she worked, and we join them in promoting Valerie for the job.”


other endorsements

  • Wes Pelletier, Portland City Councilor: “Valerie’s the leader we need to restore competency to the office … She understands that poor management and inefficiencies in this office are not merely administrative issues but keep people from getting justice and the help they need.”

  • Anna Bullett, Portland City Councilor: “[Valerie] has plans to implement specific, practical guidance with the goal of creating a more equitable criminal justice system. Valerie is proactive and able to build and sustain relationships necessary to make progress.”

  • Sarah Michniewicz, Portland City Councilor: “With experience as both a defense attorney and a prosecutor, Valerie’s values are both pragmatic and progressive. She knows the power of effective leadership and understands how to build consensus, collaborate with law enforcement, and engage community partners.”