The media would have us believe that the entire country is incapacitated by the Clinton sex scandal. But, as Washington works itself into a frenzy, the laid-back folk of Monterey County continue life as usual.

Van Nadler

Age: 36

Occupation: Musician

Resides: Monterey

Political Affiliation: Democrat

Should a president''s private life be a public issue? No, but he should be forthright about everything he does.

Has too much time and money been spent in pursuing Clinton? Of course it has.

Should Clinton resign? No, countless other politicians had affairs and still did a good job.

Roman Sevaaetasi

Age: 24

Occupation: Musician

Resides: Seaside

Affiliation: None

Should a president''s private life be a public issue? It sucks for anyone''s life to be pried into unless they want it.

Has too much time and money been spent in pursuing Clinton? Absolutely. There are way more important issues than the prez sleeping around.

Is it fair to put Starr''s report on the Internet? Might as well. The Internet has lots of weird stuff on it already.

Arne Kingshaven

Age: 60-something

Occupation: Retired

Resides: Monterey

Affiliation: Uncommitted

Should a president''s private life be a public issue? Not at home, but what he does in the Oval Office is a public issue.

Should Clinton resign? Yes, because the impeachment process will be very embarrassing for everyone.

Has the scandal had a personal effect on you? Just disappointment. You want a president to be honest.

Kathleen Biersteker

Age: 53

Resides: Marina

Affiliation: Independent

Has too much time and money been spent in pursuing Clinton? Absolutely. This is a do-nothing Congress perpetuating their do-nothingness.

Do you think that Clinton is the only elected official to have had an affair? No way. I can''t wait to see who will cast stones.

Has the scandal had a personal effect on you? It''s frustrating to see our country tied up with such trivial things.

John Daniel

Age: 25

Resides: Del Rey Oaks

Affiliation: Democrat

Should a president''s private life be a public issue? Only if in private life a crime is committed.

Is it fair to put Starr''s report on the Internet? Yes, Clinton is welcome to post his reply too.

Do you think that Clinton is the only elected official to have had an affair? No way. If America wants politicians they can pretend are perfect, they will have to restrict the media''s ability to expose every fact.