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be on the fence



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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

Others who are planning their 2023 trips may still be on the fence.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 9, 2023

And Kelly, a retired four-star general, is said to be on the fence and torn about the decision.

From Washington Times • Sep. 26, 2020

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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