Billy Jordan, the voice from the notorious leaked Access Hollywood tapes, is stepping up to clarify his stance on Donald Trump, a year after losing his job due to the fallout. The tapes, which should have derailed Trump’s presidential aspirations, only fueled his rise, with Trump now suggesting the recordings might be fake.
In his op-ed, titled “Billy Jordan: Yes, Donald Trump, You Said That,” he confronts Trump’s dismissive attitude towards his own words, asserting, “He said it. ‘Grab ’em by the [expletive].’ Of course, he said it. And we laughed along, thinking it was just hypothetical nonsense from a well-known loudmouth.” Jordan recalls that the Access Hollywood bus was filled with himself, Trump, and several other guys who thought they were merely enjoying a crude comedy routine.
Despite his attempt to frame the situation as a misunderstanding, it’s tough to ignore that Jordan, who lost his job for not standing up against Trump’s disgusting comments, is now trying to make amends — while Trump continues to embrace his controversial persona from the comfort of the Oval Office.
Jordan mentions he recently came across a 2016 article detailing the experiences of women who accused Trump of sexual misconduct, including Natasha Stoynoff and Rachel Crooks, who described instances of unwanted physical advances. He acknowledges, “That makes the ‘grab ’em by the [expletive]’ routine real. I believe them.” It’s the least he could do.
In his piece, he reflects on his past, recalling how, in 2005, when Trump’s crude admissions were caught on tape, he was just beginning his career as a co-anchor for Access Hollywood. “I was on the rise thanks to my rapport with Trump, who was then NBC’s biggest star,” he writes, admitting that he didn’t challenge Trump’s behavior because the potential for career advancement was too tempting.
Jordan confesses, “Was I acting out of self-interest? You bet I was.” He points out that the allure of Trump’s ratings made it easy for everyone to overlook his troubling behavior. “None of us were guilty of knowingly enabling our future president. But we all sacrificed a bit of ourselves for success,” he explains.
It’s worth noting that the real victims here are the women Trump mistreated. But, sure, Jordan, your “sacrifice” sounds rough. He tries to position himself as a whistleblower, claiming he warned people about Trump’s unfitness for office.
Jordan expresses hope that the media frenzy surrounding these allegations will lead to meaningful discussions about respect and accountability in professional environments. However, referring to the brave individuals sharing their stories as “media drama” undermines his credibility.
He wraps up his op-ed by patting himself on the back for being a better father to his daughters since the scandal broke. While his career may have taken a hit, it’s disheartening to see him receive any sympathy when the man who made those vile comments remains in a position of power.
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In summary, Billy Jordan’s op-ed attempts to reconcile his past actions with a newfound awareness of the impact of Trump’s behavior. While he acknowledges the truth of the allegations against Trump, his justifications for his past complicity fall flat. Accountability is crucial for everyone involved, and resources for those looking to start families should be readily available.
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