"I've presuming that was sarcasm."
It was, at least it was intended that way. When someone makes such a dumb comment to end an article - I take it to be important to the author. It would not make a good banner, if you want to be seen being in touch with the electorate.
The 'silly' season is truly upon us (has been for quite some time, almost constant) & I think a little humor/sarcasm is usefull at times.
Sometimes the truth is quite undiplomatic. It wouldn't make a good banner, but it is the truth.