Islamic State recruits might have more in common with gang members than zealots. This is why
James L. Gelvin, Professor of Modern Middle Eastern History, looks at how IS recruits its members.
James L. Gelvin is Professor of Modern Middle Eastern History at the University of California, Los Angeles. He received his B.A. from Columbia University, his Master's in International Affairs from the School of International and Public Affairs at Columbia University, and his Ph.D. from Harvard University.