Nidal Malik Hasan listens as military prosecutor Colonel Steve Henricks addresses the court. Photo: AP Houston: Months before the Fort Hood shooting in November 2009, the Army psychiatrist convicted of killing 13 and wounding more than 30 was praised by his supervisors for his unique interest in Islam's effect on soldiers, according to documents provided to the Los Angeles Times. Major Nidal Malik Hasan's supervisors also had repeatedly recommended him for promotion, according to documents. "His unique interests have captured the interest and attention of peers and mentors alike," a supervisor wrote. "He has a keen interest in Islamic culture and faith and has shown capacity to...
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