Among LACs, my sense is that today Davidson skews more liberal/moderate than conservative overall but has students all along the political spectrum. It’s changed from decades past when it was certainly more conservative. I think it’s a strength that it has diversity of opinion; some LACs have too much ‘group think.’
The college emphasizes producing leaders who make the world better and it works hard to create a strong sense of community. Its racial diversity is much greater now than years past too.
I don’t know anything about Hamilton. I’ve heard Bates is very preppy, but not based on any first hand information.
Davidson wins for sure in the weather category.
Good luck – you have great choices!!