Man in the middle

The announcement that former Sen. John Edwards is pulling out of the presidential race has left his long-time supporters without a candidate in the Feb. 5 election.

"Actually, it's a pretty good position to be in," said Councilman Herb Wesson, who has stayed with Edwards despite pressure on him to go with either Sen. Barack Obama or Sen. Hillary Rodham Clinton.

"I got a call from the Edwards campaign this morning and ever since, I've been getting calls from a lot of people asking for my support."

Wesson said he is feeling no pressure to make a snap decision, but he does want to get involved before next Tuesday.