"The fact of the matter is that in all my interactions over the years with the imam, he has attempted to be a force for good in his community, in our state, with law enforcement, with those of us who have gotten to know and work with us over the years," said Christie, who worked with the Muslim community as a U.S. Attorney in the aftermath of Sept. 11. "So I hope what you see is a consistent strain of conduct. I will judge people based on their relationships with me and how they conduct themselves."