Bill Clinton rape accuser: Hillary 'tried to silence' me

Wow the amount of blaming the victim and making excuses for the alleged perpetrator in this thread is a bit surprising.

Well, you must not have been around in the 90's to know why Broaderick's claims are not taken seriously.

Here is a starter, just like your copy pasta

All this is AFTER the alleged rape incident.

Letters from Broaderick to Clinton

May 3, 1993

Willey: `Dear Mr. President. The enclosed tie is namedPresident's shoes.' I couldn't think of another president I know who could do it better justice than you!

... I watched you at the press correspondents' dinner on Saturday evening - you were hilarious - at least you haven't lost your sense of humor! Thanks again for all your help - don't let the bastards get you down!''

Clinton (handwritten): ``Dear Kathleen. I love the tie. Thanks. ...

Best, Bill.''

July 21, 1993. Clinton's longtime friend and aide, Vince Foster, had just killed himself.

Willey: ``I'm so very sorry for your loss. I know that your deep faith will get you through this.''

Clinton (handwritten): ``Dear Kathleen. Thanks for your note about Vince and for your friendship. Best, Bill.''

Aug. 4, 1993

Willey: " ... regarding your possible vacationing in Colorado next week. ... I would be more than happy to assist your advance people with their arrangements.''

Clinton, in note to staff: ``Get me her Vail (Colo.) (number)''

Oct. 12, 1993:

Willey: ``I've just finished this book and thought that you'd enjoy it, if for no other reason than the fact that you just happen to be one of the characters! ...

Clinton (in typed reply): Thanks for your note and for giving me a copy of Jeffrey Archer's `Honor Among Thieves.''' (Jotted in the margin):Glad to see you at the ropeline. Thanks for your help.''

Nov. 22, 1993 (Seven days before the disputed meeting)

Willey: ``... I would very much like to have a few minutes of your time to discuss something of importance to me. ...''

Clinton, in note to staff: ``I'll see her next week.''

Dec. 20, 1993:

Willey: ``I just wanted to wish you a wonderful Christmas ... Thank you for the opportunity to work in this great house.

``After this bittersweet year, my first resolution for 1994 will be the pursuit of a meaningful job - I hope it will be here.''

No Clinton reply.

June 17, 1994:

Willey: ``... how caring and heartfelt your speech was on D-Day.

``While you have had many shining moments, that day was for me the proudest I have been that you are our president.''

Clinton to staff: Should send her a copy of speech.'' On a copy of speech, Clinton jots:To Kathleen Willey. With Thanks. Bill Clinton.''

Oct. 18, 1994

Willey: ``... I have invested almost three years with your campaign and administration and am not very willing to depart yet. I would like to be considered for an ambassadorship or a position in an embassy overseas. ...

``I don't need to remind you of my willingness to help you in any way that I can.''

No Clinton reply.

Nov. 11, 1994

Willey: ... ``Take heart in knowing that your number one fan thanks you every day for your help in saving her wonderful state.''

No Clinton reply.

Feb. 14, 1995

Willey: ``I would very much like to be considered for'' a position on the International Union for the Conservation of Nature.

Clinton to staff: ``Is this what Shelia Lawrence did? Can we do this for her?''

Dec. 5, 1995

Mrs. Willey: ``... while I am very much in need of employment, I think that the Clinton-Gore campaign needs me too. I am free to travel and work on your behalf for the next year. ... Fondly, Kathleen.''

Clinton (typed letter): ``... I'm glad to hear you've already met with (aides) regarding a job with the campaign. It sounds like you're on the right track. ...''

Nov. 13, 1996

Willey: ``Congratulations on your outstanding win on November 5th. How fortunate for us all that you will lead us into the 21st century. ...''

No Clinton reply.

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