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CG 77~22636 DWE: jeo ing investigation was conducted by Special Agent on March 21, 1979: — Abbot Rosen, Director, Midwest Fact Finding Section, Civil Rights Division, Anti-Defamation League, B'nai B'rith, 222 West Adams, Chicago, Illinois, advised he has known applicant on both a professional and social basis for the past 25 years. Rosen explained that he knows Mikva socially as a friend and former neighbor and professionally as a fellow attorney sharing common interests in civil rights affairs. Rosen stated applicant enjoys a reputation for integrity, good character and common sense. He explained the applicant has also earned a reputation for being fair, experienced, even-tempered and free of biases against any class of citizens or any religious or racial group. Rosen advised Mikva is of sound physical and mental health noting the very close political races that applicant has won. Rosen stated applicant has demonstrated commitment to equal justice under the law and has demonstrated outstanding legal ability and competence, as evidenced by substantial legal experience, ability to deal with complex legal problems, aptitude for legal scholarship and writing, and familiarity with courts and their processes. Rosen noted the applicant has the ability and willingness to manage complicated pretrial and trial proceedings, including the ability to weigh conflicting testimony and make factual determination and to communicate skillfully with jurors and witnesses. Rosen concluded by stating Mikva's loyalty to the United States is without question and stated he would highly recommend applicant for the position of U. S. Court of Appeals Judge. -46-