In addition , a newly drafted constitution states that only Muslims can be president . Ahmed Moubayed : Despite their support for the regime , Christians ca n't run for president . He says while the government is pressured to stipulate this rule , it 's bad enough . Moubayed : Many Syrians want a constitution that treat Muslims and Christians fairly .
In Syria , a newly approved constitution says that only Muslims can be president . Sami Moubayed : Despite their support for the regime , Christians ca n't run for president . He says while the government is pressured to stipulate this rule , it 's bad politics . Moubayed : Many Syrians want a constitution that treat Muslims and Christians fairly .