What Motivates a Spy to Betray His Country? Add Nationalism to the Equation - New York Times
Interesting piece in the NYT about a shift in the motivations for traitors.
First off, I want to be picky here about word use. Spying is a profession. Sure, spies tell lies and violate other countries' laws but spies are professionals who are serving their own nation. Traitors, on the other hand, are betraying their own country. I can respect a spy, I cannot respect a traitor.
The trend amongst traitors seems to be shifting away from money. According to the NYT article, approximately half of the new batch of traitors are motivated by ideology to their native country.
I disagree with the article on the importance of sexual compromise. It's always been part of the game. It's not new.
I recommend reading article.
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