Today, Democrat Darius Shahinfar's campaign for Congress in New York's 21st announced the addition of Joe Trippi & Associates as its media and internet communications team. Joe Trippi is most known for his work not only in producing winning television advertisements, but for his pioneering ideas in utilizing the internet for political campaigns, most notably Howard Dean in 2004.
"Our campaign continues to build momentum and with Joe Trippi and his innovative strategies now fully engaged with our current team, we get that much closer to winning the Democratic nomination, winning this congressional seat and bringing about change in Washington," said Darius Shahinfar.
In addition to Trippi, another member of his firm, Daren Berringer will be serving as the campaign's general consultant. Most recently in New York politics, Trippi and Berringer worked in the same role in 2006 for the come from behind campaign of now Congressman John Hall in the 19th district located in the lower Hudson Valley.
"Darius is a perfect fit for our firm. He has the energy to run an aggressive campaign, he is right on with his policies and completely understands what it will take to bring about the change his constituents deserve," said Trippi. "We're glad to be joining up with his team to win this race."
