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Mickey Bergman: Bringing American Hostages Home

The Lincoln Project

CHAPTER

Understanding the Dynamics of American Hostage Situations

This chapter explores the intricate dynamics of American hostages abroad, categorizing them into ideological, opportunistic, and misconduct-related situations. It clarifies common misconceptions about the motivations behind kidnappings, emphasizing that hostages are not always at fault.

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