Actually, recent reports show the town, itself, voted overwhelmingly for Hitlery.
The county they're in, however, voted overwhelmingly for Trump.
“Actually, recent reports show the town, itself, voted overwhelmingly for Hitlery.”
I think the reason for the liberal behavior can be written up to the presence of Washington & Lee as well as VMI. Now you may ask “How can VMI be a liberal institution?”
A number of the instructors have no military background and are creatures of academia - much like Wilkinson’s husband. The rank and file cadets of VMI are likely not liberals as well as a number of the officers - but the professors and support staff are probably to the Left.
It’s also worth mentioning that Lexington is a beautiful town. I’ve been there. Loved it. But liberals love that kind of town too. It makes them feel rural/small town but yet urbane and cultured.