Joe Biden is a Big Fan of Chris Dodd

(AP)

The White House just released a comment from Vice President Joe Biden on Sen. Chris Dodd's retirement, and it is one of the most glowing statements we've seen come out of the Obama White House.

"Senator Dodd is one of my best friends in life," opens the statement. "… He's one of the most skilled legislators I've ever served with."

It only gets more laudatory from there.

"I believe Chris will be long recognized as one of the most significant Senators of my generation," Biden says. "…I believe the nation will miss his wisdom, wit and compassion. I count myself lucky because I know he's not going too far and will always be source of advice and counsel."

We've posted the big, wet kiss of a statement in full below.

Joe Biden: Senator Dodd is one of my best friends in life. We served together in the Senate for almost 30 years, and to every meeting, every hearing, every floor debate, he brought a keen intellect and a deep understanding of the subject matter on every issue. His knowledge and background in foreign policy are matched by few, and his expertise on matters relating to Latin and South America is respected worldwide. He's one of the most skilled legislators I've ever served with. I doubt anyone else could have led two major committees simultaneously and had such an impact on two of the most important issues facing us: health reform and restoring economic stability. I believe Chris will be long recognized as one of the most significant Senators of my generation. Every mother, every father, who has had to take medical leave to take care of a sick child or family member has Chris to thank. His commitment to the children of this country can be best understood by the landmark legislation he championed to protect their welfare. I believe the nation will miss his wisdom, wit and compassion. I count myself lucky because I know he's not going too far and will always be source of advice and counsel. Jill and I wish Chris and Jackie the best as they move on to their next endeavors and know the future holds only great things for their family.

[msjb1]

A friend of Dodd's say it ain't so jo

[gboyd41]

And this is a suprise? They are both so crooked they need help screwing their pants on in the morning. Hey Dodd, can you help me on a VERY LOW % LOAN.

[markj2]

Idiots of a feather, flock together. Its a shame you can't impeach someone for just being STUPID. Chris saw his poll numbers take a nose dive and used that as the excuse for not seeking re-election. However I think he also saw his ethics investigation headed south on all his sweetheart deaals and realized it was better to bail now and get to keep his Tax Payer funded Pension and bebefits, than face possible impeachemnt and lose everything.

[scottyusa]

Biden is a big fan of Dodd? That's news? Foot in mouth Biden should remember that he won't last any longer than Obama so he better be enjoying the ride.