I agree, there too many "technology illiterates" that will just brush of the idea. but who knows, maybe they'll be willing to learn about the technology if they are
taught properly about the positive outcome of block-chain technology if it's implemented in the voting system.
He is just showing his positive attitude towards blockchain tech.
He wants suppots from those silicon valley entrepreneurs.
it's a win win for him. it's a political campaign strategy that every politician do.