Shock -- And Relief -- As Americans Digest Biden's Election Exit

Ordinary Americans reacted with shock and also relief to President Joe Biden's decision to end his reelection bid (Credit: AFP)

President Joe Biden's shock decision Sunday to end his reelection bid drew an outpouring of heartfelt reactions from American voters.

Several people expressed deep sadness that Biden, 81, had essentially been forced out after what they saw as an effective first term.