I'm a refugee to the United States. I was born overseas and through the grace and courage of my parents, I was able to come to the U.S. as a child and build a life here. I love the outdoors, I love the beach and I love eating food so spicy my tongue doesn't forgive me for days. My favorite thing to do on the weekend is go for a morning hike or run and then make that whole effort pointless by downing a massive burger with fries and a shake (chocolate, not vanilla).

I'm highly organized, clean and a morning person - but also like to let loose from time to time. I'm well traveled, having traveled to over 96 countries. I'm ambitious, but my family is my priority and I will subordinate my career goals to meet their needs, especially those of my three year old nephew who lives just a few blocks away from me.

I'm a civil rights lawyer and served in that capacity during the Obama administration - during which time I lived in Washington D.C. (one of my favorite cities). Recently, I joined the faculty of a law school where I also run a center designed to reduce social, political and economic inequality in the United States. 

As a Muslim - I would say I am moderate (which is what everyone says lol). If ritual is any indication of piety, then I: don't drink, eat zabihah and fast etc.

Im sarcastic, and sometimes a bit irreverent but you needn't be! :)