Maria Assaf
Bucaramanga, Colombia
Maria Assaf is a Colombian-Canadian freelance journalist focusing on Latin American news. She has written for Latin American, Filipino and West Indian publications and done academic research in Colombia's conflict areas…
Seen in Nationalpost
Like a brand called Hitler: Drug lord Pablo Escobar's family wants to trademark his name for clothing line
Reporting style, Interpretive: The article contains subjective statements and opinions, particularly from individuals involved in the story.
Political context, Centre-left: Supports government regulation and moral considerations in trademark decisions.
Pablo Escobar's family seeks to trademark his name for a clothing line, but the Colombian government rejects the application, citing moral and legal concerns. Escobar's son, Sebastian Marroquin, argues the brand promotes peace and aims to protect his father's name from misuse. Despite the rejection, the clothing line is popular in other countries. The article discusses the controversial nature of the brand and the broader implications of glorifying criminal figures.
