This week the Southeast Missourian asked, "Do you think Reform Party candidate Ross Perot should be allowed to participate in the presidential debates?

Joyce Holloway, Cape Girardeau

"I think he's been too wishy-washy. He never has made up his mind on what he wants to do, and I don't think he can make up his mind right now."

Rose Richardson, Cape Girardeau

"Yes, he's running just like the rest of them. Americans are supposed to be fair and that's (not letting Perot debate) not really fair."

Brett Wright, Cape Girardeau

"If he's going to be in the election, I think so ... we should be able to hear what he's got to say."

Paul Reeder, Marquand

"Sure, he ought to have the right to question or argue with the candidates ... who's to say just because he's a dark horse that he shouldn't be able to debate."

Martha Carleton, Cape Girardeau

"Yes, because he is a candidate, and as a candidate he should be allowed to participate in any debate that the candidates have."