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Thomas's supporters questioned Hill's credibility claiming she was delusional or was a spurned woman, seeking revenge.

They cited the time delay of ten years between the alleged behavior by Thomas and Hill's accusations, and noted that Hill had followed Thomas to a second job and later had personal contacts with Thomas, including giving him a ride to an airport — behavior which they said would be inexplicable if Hill's allegations were true.

Hill countered that she came forward because she felt an obligation to share information on the character and actions of a person who was being considered for the Supreme Court.

She testified that after leaving the EEOC, she had had two " inconsequential " phone conversations with Thomas, and had seen him personally on two occasions ; once to get a job reference and the second time when he made a public appearance in Oklahoma where she was teaching.