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It’s unusual for so many major candidates to be on the fence about a mayoral bid so close to the filing deadline, Pomona College politics professor Sara Sadhwani said.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 7, 2026

Champions Circle is a for-profit operation, and last year created the One More Year Fund, which raised money to help convince players who might be on the fence about leaving for the N.F.L. to return.

From New York Times • Dec. 31, 2023

And the one rookie that appeared to be on the fence after a rough training camp, fifth-round pick Darian Kinnard, was kept around as a developmental backup on the offensive line.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 30, 2022

The 77-year-old independent said he hopes his rough-and-tumble experience in which he received an infusion to help fight the virus will help others who might be on the fence about getting the vaccine.

From Washington Times • Aug. 30, 2021

It’s great to be on the fence when both sides are coaxing you to jump their way.”

From Amanda — a Daughter of the Mennonites by Myers, Anna Balmer




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