The issue has been 'lurking/waiting in the wings' [=it has been waiting to be dealt with] for several years.
He's known as a comic actor, but he's 'spreading his wings' and trying a serious role in his new movie.
His nomination is supported by the party's 'left wing' but opposed by the right wing.
(..) throughout the kingdom, as much for her defiant spirit as for her beauty. We found it in the woods, it's injured mother. It must have broken it's wing. - Don't worry, it will heal in time. - I'll look after it. You posses a rare beauty my love. In here, never loose it. It will serve you well (..)2012 Snow White and the Huntsman