Welcomed in Ireland, ‘Cousin Joe’ Biden jokes of staying

By COLLEEN LONG, DARLENE SUPERVILLE and CHRIS MEGERIAN
Associated Press

DUBLIN (AP) — In Ireland this week, well-wishers have lined the streets to catch even a glimpse of President Joe Biden. Photos of Biden’s smiling face are plastered on shop windows. One admirer held a sign reading, “2024 — Make Joe President Again.” No wonder Biden keeps joking about sticking around. Back home, more U.S. residents disapprove than approve of Biden’s overall job performance. And some fellow Democrats have suggested Biden shouldn’t run for reelection. On domestic trips, Biden often gets a smattering of admirers waving as he drives by and friendly crowds cheer his speeches. But the reception doesn’t compare with the overwhelming adoration Biden is getting in the old sod.