Mr. Jenner. And you are proud and concerned about your standing in that respect?
Mr. Mamantov. Yes, sir; but I'm not a member of the John Birch Society, I am not a member of any organization except my professional and local Republican Party.
Mr. Jenner. At any time prior to November 1963, were you aware of or has there come to your attention any information or statement attributed to Oswald, that to you indicated that he had animosity or opposition to President John F. Kennedy as an individual, as I say, prior to November 22?
Mr. Mamantov. Yes; I understand—no, sir.
Mr. Jenner. Or any animosity or opposition to John F. Kennedy in his capacity as President of the United States?
Mr. Mamantov. No, sir; only the information was relayed to me that he was opposed to the Government of the United States, without mentioning the President or any other name.
Mr. Jenner. And you have no information on which you personally can rely of your personal knowledge, indicating that Oswald was a Communist?
Mr. Mamantov. You mean if I have proof—physical proof?
Mr. Jenner. Yes.
Mr. Mamantov. No, sir.