I wouldn't be surprised if some of that backing is the view of a bunch of out-of-towners trying to impose their wishes on the local power structure. Communities often get resentful of that...I wonder beyond that what they would really think about the issue.
Information is only as good as what ppl are informed. The Alphabet media has a habit of forming public opinion with distortions to plead their view. Politicians are fearful of having the media dis them. Few ppl use alternate media to learn the truth. The Left relies on the alphabet media and the courts to influence public opinion.. They are very good at it, IMHO.