Majid spent twenty years practicing law in Damascus, Syria, continuing a family tradition that stretched over six decades. His public-interest work frequently involved defending asylum seekers, political prisoners, and people on death row, which brought him into regular contact with European embassies. In 2009, the Syrian authorities imprisoned Majid on charges of “weakening the nation’s morale” because of his humanitarian efforts; he served two years in prison and was released in 2011 under a special amnesty, shortly before the Syrian uprising against Bashar al-Assad’s regime began.
Who Remains When Liberals Depart?
Pilar Marrero
Political reporting is approached with a strong interest in power, institutions, and the decisions that shape public life. Coverage focuses on U.S. and international politics, with clear, readable analysis of the events that influence the global conversation. Particular attention is given to the links between local developments and worldwide political shifts.
