OnPolitics: Biden's Irish roots

Biden's Irish American heritage is central to his political identity. What it means for his Ireland trip and 2024 pitch to working class voters.

Read in browser Read in browser On Politics Mon Apr 10 2023 Hi OnPolitics readers. Political news watchers know that President Joe Biden frequently calls on his Irish American heritage. It's a central part of his political identity.  USA TODAY White House reporter Joey Garrison traces back the president's  Irish familial history in a story in advance of Biden's Ireland trip this week. ☘️ Biden's Irish roots: From famine-ravaged Ireland to Scranton, Pa. The story also explores the politics behind Biden's working-class pitch and what it means for 2024: ... The trip is also a way for Biden to connect with voters at home, allowing him to reintroduce his Irish American roots – and lean into his economic message of "dignity" – as he works to win back working-class voters who have fled the Democratic Party. 📰 Keep reading: How Biden uses his Irish American heritage to appeal to working class voters What's next: Pres. Biden travels to Ireland tomorrow. His four-day trip will include a visit to where his ancestors once lived.  White House vows to fight - not ignore - abortion pill ruling The White House said it would set a dangerous precedent to ignore a Texas judge's ruling on an abortion pill as some Democrats advocated. READ MORE Advertisement Pentagon: Leaked documents on Ukraine war could lead to loss of lives The leak presents "a very serious risk," a US official said. The secrets include information on US spying and Ukraine's shortage of artillery shells. READ MORE Trump attempting to stop Pence from testifying about Jan. 6 riot Donald Trump appealed a federal judge's order that former Vice President Mike Pence testify about the Capitol attack on Jan. 6, 2021. READ MORE Black lawmaker ousted in Tennessee could get job back today, rips 'attempt to crucify democracy' The reappointment of Justin Jones, a Democrat, would set up a confrontation with Republican leaders in the GOP-controlled Legislature. READ MORE Biden pushes Republicans to pass gun reforms after Louisville shooting President Joe Biden urged Republicans to take up gun reform legislation in Congress after a mass shooting in Louisville, Ky. READ MORE China military displays force toward Taiwan after Tsai trip Military experts say the exercises serve as both psychological warfare and an opportunity for Chinese troops to practice sealing off Taiwan. READ MORE Sign up for the news you want Exclusive newsletters are part of your subscription, don't miss out! We're always working to add benefits for subscribers like you. SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ SEE ALL NEWSLETTERS ➔ Advertisement Newsletters   |    eNewspaper   |   Crosswords Follow Us Problem viewing email? View in browser Unsubscribe  •   Manage Newsletters  •  Terms of Service  •   Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights  •  Privacy Notice  •   Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy  •  Feedback