“Implodes” from the viewpoint of normal, mainstream culture.
But, people from her culture probably see her testimony as “compelling”, or some concept that means compelling without actually knowing what the word means.
Dana Perino said West is just a bully and the six women on the jury will resent the way he harangued her.
Right on, Mr. B. Except, the "normal mainstream culture" ain't what it used to be. Toto, we ain't in Kansas any more!
BTW, Ms. Jeantel's parental units (Hooray! She has two parents!) are from Haiti. Were they legal immigrants? Are they legal now?
"Normal Mainstream Culture?" Nope. "Anchor Baby Culture." Could be why they spoil her. (no work, no school, big allowance, phones, clothes, etc.) She was their key to remaining in America.
Of course..they speak her language.
An example is the “Get off me” means stop following me. But to us it would indicate someone is being physical. That word alone was not clarified.../p>
So there's definitely a language barrier in understanding the terms and vocabulary she used....which muddies the water without the correct interpretation made clear to those who are not of her culture. However, those in the jury will be determining this case based on what 'they understand' her to be saying...not what the actual meaning might otherwise be.