Is Tara Reade Credible in Her Allegation Against Joe Biden?
The Democratic party's stance on sexual assault is often questioned, particularly in light of their treatment of allegations against high-profile individuals. When allegations are made against a figure like Joe Biden, it often leads to a close examination of the credibility of the accuser.
Prior Record and Credibility
Is Joe Biden Personally Reputable?
Joe Biden certainly has a history of being scrutinized when it comes to allegations of misconduct. However, the emerging facts paint a picture of Tara Reade, a former anti-domestic violence advocate, who might not be as credible as the public might think.
Skepticism and Evidence Against Tara Reade's Allegations
Reade's Inconsistencies and Misdeeds
Reade's history of giving false information in court has come to light, which makes her current accusations suspect. As an expert witness on domestic violence, she has been found to have lied about her credentials and may have swindled others. This history raises serious doubts about her credibility.
Interestingly, Reade has a peculiar admiration for Vladimir Putin, described as follows:
“President Putin has an alluring combination of strength with gentleness. His sensuous image projects his love for life the embodiment of grace while facing adversity. It is evident that he loves his country, his people, and his job. . . . President Putin’s obvious reverence for women, children, and animals and his ability with sports is intoxicating to American women. . . . Like most women across the world, I like President Putin… a lot, his shirt on or shirt off.”
While her personal views are a matter of individual preference, her claims about Joe Biden are under intense scrutiny.
Allegation Details and Consistency
Details of the Allegation
Reade claims that in a public hallway, Biden tried to kiss her, and then inserted his fingers into her. This detail is highly unusual and unprecedented. Typically, males engaged in such flirtations do not immediately escalate to inserting fingers during their first interaction. This fact alone raises significant questions about the veracity of her claims.
Why the finger insertion? Reade might have exaggerated the situation to elevate the significance of the accusation. Legally, such an act could be categorised as rape, thus making the story more sensational.
Context and Timing of the Allegations
Timing and Surrounding Evidence
The timing of Reade's allegations is also noteworthy. She did not come forward with these claims immediately after the alleged incident but only after Biden faced similar allegations from other women. This delay in reporting adds to the skepticism surrounding her claims.
Expert Opinion on Credibility
Experts and advocates have weighed in on the credibility of Tara Reade's allegations. Consider the story of another woman who falsely accused her boyfriend, suggesting that Reade might be looking for attention and sympathy.
Edit: MeToo Lawyer's Withdrawal
Notably, the legal representation of Tara Reade by a prominent MeToo lawyer has also been revealed. The lawyer has since dropped Reade as a client, further eroding the perception of her claims' credibility.