Isn't New Paltz a college town (SUNY-New Paltz)? Or is the town bigger with the Univerity only a small part? Also, I've heard they have a top ranking dance and drama program. Therefore, perhaps such a liberal Mayor is really representing his consituency well.
The population of New Paltz is like 90% college kids. The college is literally the center of the town. But that is what makes it such a great town. There is so much fun shit to do there. Personally, i think this mayor is only doing this for his 15 minutes of fame.
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