Because 'we' are not on the ballot. Or we can't tell when we are. So we continue to put people in power who don't live like we do (rich politicians) Most of whom barely understand our issues and will lie to make us believe they do. Nothing new.
Most of us 'we' people don't have enough money to run for office. We can raise money through donations/contributions, but drops in the bucket compared to the 'rich thems'.