Democratic officials and activists voice their support for Joe Biden amid misconduct allegations

Former national security adviser Susan Rice said that although the perspectives of women sharing uncomfortable experiences "must be heard and taken seriously," the two allegations did not align with her interactions with Biden.

"I have worked closely with [Biden] for many years," she said on Twitter. "In my experience, he is warm and affectionate with women (and men). But never have I found his actions inappropriate or uncomfortable."

"Most importantly, I know [Biden] to be a dedicated ally, champion and defender of women and all of our rights," Rice added. "There is no one I would rather be with in a foxhole. He is one of the most decent, honorable men I have been privileged to work with."

Rice served as the White House's national security adviser from 2013 to 2017, when former President Barack Obama and Biden were in office.

Actress and women's rights activist Alyssa Milano defended Biden amid the accusations.

"I am proud to call Joe Biden a friend," Milano said in a series of tweets. "He has been a leader and a champion on fighting violence against women for many years, and I have been fortunate to accompany him to events with survivors where he has listened to their stories, empathized with them, and comforted them."

"Joe Biden's response that he never meant to make anyone uncomfortable and that he'll listen and learn from anyone who says otherwise is exactly the leadership we need to build a culture where women are heard and are equal," Milano added.

Milano, an outspoken activist and supporter of the #MeToo movement, said she respected Flores' decision to tell her story, and that her views of Biden did not diminish Flores' accusation.

"I respect Lucy Flores' decision to share her story and agree with Biden that we all must pay attention to it," Milano said on Twitter. "But, just as we must believe women that decide to come forward, we cannot assume all women's experiences are the same."

"I believe that Joe Biden's intent has never been to make anyone uncomfortable, and that his kind, empathetic leadership is what our country needs. Especially now," she added.

Former White House senior adviser Valerie Jarrett described Biden's response to the accusations as "very important," during an interview with CBS News.

"I thought he hit it just right," she said of Biden's statement.

Jarrett, who is an advocate for gender equality, focused on Biden's underlying message of listening to the accusers' message.

The former official denied having witnessed the alleged behavior during her tenure at the White House, but added that it was important "not whether I witnessed it, but how ... these women feel."

"It isn't just their intent," Jarrett said of men who unintentionally may have behaved similarly towards women. "It's like how does it affect the person who was impacted by it? And listening is a way to have better understanding."

"And so I appreciate the fact that he said men, and not just himself, but men generally, have to start listening. I think that's a step in the right direction."