This is one reason, for example, recently in Dallas, we decided not to become, at least as far as we knew, to become involved with anybody associated or doing business with General Walker, as an example. We made it a point to try to stay clear of that.
How does CUSA feel about communism? CUSA intends to do everything it can to destroy communism. CUSA is against any philosophy, any organization, any group, any individual which threatens the freedom, way of life, or congressional government of the United States.
CUSA is against any tyranny, whatever its skin or title; against anything indecent, unlawful, or harmful to man.
Can anyone join CUSA? Any citizen of the United States who believes in what CUSA is trying to do and who is not a demagog or dishonest, may join CUSA regardless of race, religion, creed, or ethnic origin. CUSA does not believe that patriotism is contingent upon skin, color, or religion or family background.
Let me say again that this was prepared in 1961, and in its essence has been followed through to the—up until the 22d of November 1963, and this, I think, would give some reasons or give you several answers as to why the ad was placed, why it read as it did.
Mr. Eisenberg. That completes the statement?
Mr. Weissman. That completes my statement.
Mr. Eisenberg. OK; then we will stand adjourned.