Bowe Bergdahl's hometown reacts to backlash

1,045 views · Published 9 June 2014 · 3:05 · Indexed 26 October 2026

Channel: USA TODAY · 2014 · News & Politics

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Hailey, Idaho, the hometown of Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, has found itself thrust into the national spotlight. The initial celebration over the news of his release from the Taliban has given way to hesitation and anger as the debate over his release grows. The town has faced harassment as suspicions over Bergdahl's possible desertion grow.

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