Rob Hubler

Rob Hubler

Western Iowa Democratic congressional candidate Rob Hubler has inked a comprehensive consulting agreement with high-profile strategist Joe Trippi, a chief architect of modern Internet politics who four years ago helped to propel Howard Dean from relative obscurity to leading presidential contender.

Hubler told Iowa Independent just moments ago that the deal is now final and that Joe Trippi & Associates, based in suburban Washington, D.C., will serve as the primary media consultant and assist with crafting television, print and radio messages in the sprawling 5th Congressional District. Trippi’s team plans to be on the ground in Iowa — and aggressively reaching out over the Internet to raise money for Hubler’s challenge to U.S. Rep. Steve King, R-Kiron, a provocative conservative.

“Our campaign has begun to attract national interest and support on the internet and Joe Trippi’s counsel is sure to help us increase our visibility and fundraising through the internet,” said Hubler.  “We are delighted that Joe and his staff will be working with us as we offer western Iowans new leadership and real representation in the House of Representatives.”

Hubler and Trippi met in Washington, D.C., in recent days to iron out details of the agreement.

“The American people are hungry for change, but more of the same divisive rhetoric and embarrassing headlines by Washington politicians like Steve King is not the answer,” said Trippi.  “If we want real change, we need grassroots candidates like Rob Hubler who will always put the people’s interests first.  From creating new, good-paying jobs right here in Iowa to lowering gas prices, Rob Hubler is a new kind of leader who will deliver real solutions and real change for Iowa and America.”