In July, the Democratic Committee of Kennebec and Somerset counties must meet to nominate a person to run as the Democrat for district attorney.

I encourage all Democrats to forgo the past, and welcome Alan Kelley, who has been a Democrat for many years now, to represent our party.

Alan is the best person for the job. There is no doubt about that.

During my years in law enforcement, he was always there for the law enforcement personnel and the citizens of Kennebec and Somerset counties.

His 30-plus years in the district attorney’s office has made him the best possible choice.

Let’s embrace him for his good works and vote Alan Kelley for district attorney.

Kevin Cookson

Winthrop