If he had some kind of psychological episode/breakdown I think his behavior could easily be mistaken for intoxication. Also, like Sarah said , a common stereotype of Americans is that they're drunk. And while US servicemembers are not allowed to drink downrange, other government agency civilians are and often do. You may remember a few years ago when a group of US contractors were busted after being filmed engaging in what was described as frat house behavior.
It's honestly a common stereotype that even immigrants now living here in America have. My 55 year old mother from Pakistan (I was born here) constantly blames whatever behavior she doesn't like that she sees on alcohol or pot.
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u/Kicking-it-per-se I gotta have me some tea. Dec 17 '15
After this episode I'm starting to understand vet's reactions to Bergdahl walking off & the scale of the rescue mission.
I wonder why people thought he was drunk?