[Stede has seen next to nothing of Chekov since the Incident on the bridge. If he were one of the crew, he would have counseled himself to seek the young man out and have a real heart-to-heart...but he's the captain, so he doesn't have to listen to his own advice.

Stumbling across the young man at the ballot box seems like the perfect opportunity to get their relationship back on track.]

Ah, Mr. Chekov! I see you've noticed our election posters! I hope you'll consider running -- though don't think that means I'll give up easy.