(The witness confers with his counsel.)
Mr. Johnston. I respectfully decline to answer that on the grounds that it will tend to incriminate me, and ask the privilege.
Mr. Wheeler. Are you a member of the International Association of Machinists, A. F. of L.?
(The witness confers with his counsel.)
Mr. Johnston. For the same reason, again I invoke the fifth amendment.
Mr. Moulder. You are directed to answer the question. I think it is a very unfair reflection upon that union, a legitimate, highly respected labor organization, and you should answer that question.
(The witness confers with his counsel.)
Mr. Johnston. There is a very particular problem on that in my case, and for that reason I don’t want to waive any rights under the fifth amendment. So I respectfully again have to invoke the fifth amendment.
Mr. Moulder. Proceed.
Mr. Wheeler. Have you held any position in any union?