We have known of the dysfunction in the family of Angela, Billy, George and Jake for some time now. IMO there is something more beyond the surface that continues to recur as a theme. Sexual abuse of young girls, and as it was pointed out today, this typically involves a family member.
In the few non government witnesses we have heard from so far, two alone made reference to this from their own childhood experience. The goal in this line of questioning by the state was to have the witnesses explain the reaction(s) of Jake and George. IMO, the state did not take lightly having these young girls say this stuff on the stand. There is a hot button here somewhere. I feel the state picked it up along the way, and is using it in how they are crafting the lines of questioning.
A few bullets noted in this regard so far:
-Angela states concerned about sexual abuse toward S. I think this was opening comments and part of motive.
-Giving limits on sexual relations between the boys and their spouses
-HR, and then two witnesses today referenced this topic in the context of sharing the reactions of Jake and George
-George and TC’s minor child was required to sleep with Angela and Billy.
So, I can’t help but wonder if Angela experienced or witnessed something in her life that drove to this level of control. What was her goal with all of this? Why? This type of controlling behavior is usually rooted in fear. Why demonstrate a behavior of fear in your own home?
Yes she is a monster, and there is no excuse, but I believe monsters are created.