ASHER. Equal? It's my company, isn't it?
DR. JONATHAN. At present.
ASHER. I supply the capital. Furthermore, I have arranged for a system of workmen's committees, which I recognize, and with which I will continually consult. That's democratic enough—isn't it? If the men have any grievances, these will be presented in an orderly manner through the committees.
DR. JONATHAN. And if you find the demands—reasonable, you grant them.
ASHER. Certainly. But one thing I set my face against as a matter of principle, I won't recognize the unions.
DR. JONATHAN. But—who is to enforce the men's side of this contract?
ASHER. What do you mean?
DR. JONATHAN. What guarantee have they, other than a union organization, that you will keep faith?
ASHER. My word.
DR. JONATHAN. Oh!