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Jose’s book, From Hero to Villain: the True Story of the CITGO 6, is one of tragedy, injustice, and perseverance. In November 2017, six American oil executives were arrested by the Venezuelan tyranny and accused of espionage, treason, corruption, and embezzlement.
Despite their innocence, these men were imprisoned for five years without a fair trial. Despite the harsh conditions they faced, the CITGO 6 never lost hope. They used their time in prison to strengthen their spiritual lives, finding comfort in prayer and meditation. They formed a strong bond with one another, supporting each other through the toughest of times. Even when they were subjected to solitary confinement and other forms of torture, they refused to give up.
Finally, in October 2022, after intense negotiations, a Prisoner Swap with two famous Narco Nephews of the Venezuelan President and the CITGO 6 were released from prison and allowed to return to the United States.
Jose’s book, From Hero to Villain: the True Story of the CITGO 6, is one of tragedy, injustice, and perseverance. In November 2017, six American oil executives were arrested by the Venezuelan tyranny and accused of espionage, treason, corruption, and embezzlement.
Despite their innocence, these men were imprisoned for five years without a fair trial. Despite the harsh conditions they faced, the CITGO 6 never lost hope. They used their time in prison to strengthen their spiritual lives, finding comfort in prayer and meditation. They formed a strong bond with one another, supporting each other through the toughest of times. Even when they were subjected to solitary confinement and other forms of torture, they refused to give up.
Finally, in October 2022, after intense negotiations, a Prisoner Swap with two famous Narco Nephews of the Venezuelan President and the CITGO 6 were released from prison and allowed to return to the United States.
‘From Hero to Villain: The True Story of the CITGO 6’ takes you along the journey of six heroic men, the so-called CITGO 6, and the tragic and bizarre twist of their story. This book provides an in-depth look at the various factors that led to the downfall of these six brave men and how these events can serve as an example of resilience and transcendence. A unique and powerful narrative, From Hero to Villain provides a powerful example of the power of strong family ties and surviving searching for meaning. The incredible story of the CITGO 6 is one of resilience and spiritual growth in the face of unimaginable adversity. We can all learn from their example and find hope and inspiration in the darkest of times.
‘From Hero to Villain: The True Story of the CITGO 6’ takes you along the journey of six heroic men, the so-called CITGO 6, and the tragic and bizarre twist of their story. This book provides an in-depth look at the various factors that led to the downfall of these six brave men and how these events can serve as an example of resilience and transcendence. A unique and powerful narrative, From Hero to Villain provides a powerful example of the power of strong family ties and surviving searching for meaning. The incredible story of the CITGO 6 is one of resilience and spiritual growth in the face of unimaginable adversity. We can all learn from their example and find hope and inspiration in the darkest of times.
When everything happened, psychologists have managed to frame the stages of a crisis in 4 stages:
a. Paralysis
b. Uncertainty in those first moments
c. Intrusion, anxiety, and anguish
d. Elaboration and resolution
It was in this last stage that we understood the magnitude of the case and how it escalated until it became a geopolitical confrontation between the US and Venezuela, it was we internalized the seriousness of the issue, and the 6 of us decided to overcome ourselves emotionally and made a firm oath to focus on the mind, body, and spirit to survive the Dungeons in Venezuela, similar to be in a Nazi concentration camp. This book is a healing instrument and, at the same time, a legacy for all those who suffer a tragedy.
This ended up in a nightmare in an absurd incarceration accused of espionage, treason to the country, and corruption that lasted five long years until the Biden Administration made a swap for us with 2 Kingpin drug lords, cousins of the Venezuelan dictator.
This is the journey of CITGO 6.
This is my story.
When everything happened, psychologists have managed to frame the stages of a crisis in 4 stages:
a. Paralysis
b. Uncertainty in those first moments
c. Intrusion, anxiety, and anguish
d. Elaboration and resolution
It was in this last stage that we understood the magnitude of the case and how it escalated until it became a geopolitical confrontation between the US and Venezuela, it was we internalized the seriousness of the issue, and the 6 of us decided to overcome ourselves emotionally and made a firm oath to focus on the mind, body, and spirit to survive the Dungeons in Venezuela, similar to be in a Nazi concentration camp. This book is a healing instrument and, at the same time, a legacy for all those who suffer a tragedy.
This ended up in a nightmare in an absurd incarceration accused of espionage, treason to the country, and corruption that lasted five long years until the Biden Administration made a swap for us with 2 Kingpin drug lords, cousins of the Venezuelan dictator.
This is the journey of CITGO 6.
This is my story.