Politics | Jon Huntsman Huntsman's Campaign Manager Quits A 'retooling' of the campaign, maybe? By Matt Cantor Posted Jul 21, 2011 3:20 PM CDT Copied Republican presidential candidate Jon Huntsman speaks at a rally in West Valley City, Utah, on July 16. (AP Photo/Jim Urquhart) This probably doesn't say great things about Jon Huntsman's 2012 race so far: His campaign manager is resigning, the Washington Post reports. A Huntsman adviser didn’t explain the reason for Susie Wiles' departure other than noting “the campaign is moving into phase two, which will be more aggressive from a messaging and tactical standpoint.” Politico sees it as Huntsman "retooling after a rocky start." Communications director Matt David will take Wiles’ position. Click for more. Read These Next Beneath the upcoming White House ballroom: a new, pricey bunker. Gunman said four words before he shot a judge and his wife. Behold, the age of peanut butter raises. Why Duke is suing its own star quarterback. Report an error