"SO when I got word from three different sets of people who all said Manson had cancer, I knew I couldn't get straight info from his staff and had no choice but to go over the fence for it"

This quote by Lynette Fromme is referring to her experience with Charles Manson, the notorious cult leader. Fromme belonged to Manson's "Family" and was close to him. She was looking for out if Manson had cancer, but was unable to get a straight response from his staff. This led her to take matters into her own hands and go over the fence, meaning she had to find out the info herself. This quote reveals that Fromme was determined to get the truth and wanted to go to fantastic lengths to do so. It likewise shows that Manson's staff was not trustworthy and could not be depended supply precise information. Fromme's quote is a testimony to her devotion and loyalty to Manson, even in the face of uncertainty.