[cassieparis]

Originally Posted by Pyramid*

the logic is very simple. It is a consideration .

I do not believe for one second that supposed abuse took place with hundreds of people who decided - individuually but ultimately, collectively: to keep their traps shut about it unless there was a good reason for them to keep their mouths shut over decades.

there you have it.

But I don't have it because it doesn't make sense.
How are you so sure they were silent? One comes forward and is disbelieved the others return to the shadows that abuse deniers have created for them.
I have known about the accusations of paedophilia by JS for decades because his victims did speak out. The police did not listen. Like you they were incredulous and amused.However the difference maybe that their amusement began during JS's lifetime.