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161D—-HQ-1077114 sophistication. Additionally, he has maintained very good contacts within Congress. WILL advised the appointee is one of the best Americans he has ever known. He had "absolutely" no concerns about his loyalty to the United States or the Constitution. He advised the appointee has already demonstrated his abilities to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive information during his many years as a judge. WILL described the appointee’s legal abilities as "absolutely great". WILL advised he has never seen any evidence of any bias or prejudice toward any group, race or gender by the appointee. He noted the appointee is one of the most diplomatic, congenial, affable, and likeable people he has ever known. The appointee is responsible regarding his finances. WILL has seen the appointee in many social settings and knew of no abuse of alcohol or prescription drugs by him. WILL had no knowledge or concern that the appointee would ever use, purchase or sell illegal drugs. WILL added the appointee stays "sober as a judge." WILL knew of no concealed conduct by the appointee which could negatively affect his suitability to hold a position of trust. He added the appointee’s children and family are all "brilliant" in their own right. WILL highly recommended the appointee to hold any position of trust with the Government. He added the appointee will be a great asset to the President and the White House. On September 9, 1994, SACHNOFF, WEAVER AND RUBENSTEIN law firm, 30 South Wacker Drive, Chicago, Illinois advised Special Agent (SA) that he has known the appointee for thirty-five years. has practiced law with the appointee and he has worked im when the appointee was a State Representative and a Congressman. b6 the appointee to be a close and personal — friend. Stated that the appointee was the most ethical, pponcrab hy: decent and straightforward man he has ever known. stated that he could not express in words the praise he has for the appointee. According cof the appointee enjoys an impeccable reputation, adding at som y not like the appointee because of his views; hovever| | indicated that the appointee has never espoused principléswhich he could not support with reason. The appointee has never associated with anyone of questionable character or displayed any prejudices or biases toward any individuals based on their age, sex, race, religion, or ethnic origin. He has not abused alcohol or prescription medication or used, bought or sold illegal drugs. The appointee’s loyalty to the United States and the Constitution is unquestionable and his finances are in order.