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Local attorney Valerie Adams announces bid for Cumberland County District Attorney, criticizes current office
Summary
Valerie Adams introduced herself at the Cumberland Town Council meeting as a candidate for Cumberland County District Attorney, criticized the incumbent as "a bit of an absentee District Attorney," and said she would prioritize transparency and diversion programs while offering to return for a joint forum with the current DA.
Valerie Adams used the council’s public‑comment period on April 13 to introduce her campaign for Cumberland County District Attorney and to argue the office needs stronger internal leadership and clearer transparency.
Adams described a legal career spanning defense work, immigration practice and prosecution and said she believes the DA’s office should focus…
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