Mr. Carmichael. I decline to answer for the same reason.

Mr. Wheeler. Also that you have been a member of the Communist Party in this area, and a functionary on many occasions for the past 18 years. Is that correct?

(The witness confers with his counsel.)

Mr. Carmichael. I decline to answer for the same reason.

Mr. Wheeler. When you became employed by the State of Washington did you sign a loyalty oath of any kind?

(The witness confers with his counsel.)

Mr. Carmichael. I decline to answer for the same reason.

Mr. Wheeler. Mr. Chairman, I have no further questions.

Mr. Moulder. Any questions, Mr. Velde?

Mr. Velde. You have declined to answer whether or not you were a member of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade. Is that right?