Because supporters of other candidates are out working or voting.
Because if his punch line doesn't work, you still get a kick out of it.
He worked for a special branch.
All their supporters are home with sick kids
There's only two candidates, and nobody wants either of them to win!
Candidate: ... *Realises stupid question & thinks of cover up M: It's a trick question. You're hired!
Self Harmony Edit: #10 on /r/all! And thanks for the gold kind stranger!