Keith Glienke

Keith Glienke is a candidate for State Representative District 5 Primary Election in 2026 in Iowa State House District 5, Iowa.

Farmer in Aurelia, IA

Also running: Michael Schnoes.

Keith Glienke, a Republican, is a lifelong grain and livestock farmer from Aurelia, Iowa, where he operates a generational family farm. He is a graduate of Aurelia High School and earned a bachelor’s degree in finance from Buena Vista College. Married to Marcy, he has three adult sons and five grandchildren, all living locally. Glienke has been actively involved in his church and community, serving on various boards. He is running for the Iowa House of Representatives District 5 seat, which is being vacated by the current representative. His platform focuses on making Iowa more economically competitive, attracting business and industry, growing the district's economy and population, property tax reform, ensuring quality education, public safety, and protecting the rights of the unborn.