What they’re saying: The issue raised most frequently by McAuliffe during an early vote rally was education. His would-be constituents signaled they’re concerned about the nation’s overall division and lack of respect for basic facts and educational principles.

Ginny Craven, 63, a freelance writer from the Charlottesville area, told Axios: “It’s Earth One and Earth Two” between Democrats and Republicans.

“It’s definitely polarized, and you know, perhaps it’s getting worse,” said John Ballen, 62. “It comes down to education.”

Between the lines: The race in Virginia is tight, and it was clear the McAuliffe campaign has taken on an air of tension — bordering on panic.