Protracted because there is no ransom being offered. absolutely, the more you pay, the more they'll kidnap americans and haitians as well. >> right, and the group initially demanded a million dollars per person. that is a staggering amount in a country reeling from an earthquake and political turmoil. how much are political gains watching this? >> everybody is, because this will be a litmus test to what happens. have you heard the expression, pump the americans, if you will? if the american government or ministry don't hold tight, it opens up a floodgate. it's been more dangerous than it actua...