almost the right tone...

Vice President Biden Says About Cheney's Criticism -- 'Who Cares What–-' -- Then Stops Himself
ABC News
October 23, 2009
Asked what he thought about criticisms former Vice President Cheney had made about the Obama administration, Vice President Joe Biden told reporters “Who cares what – ” and then stopped himself.

Okay - I know Biden's been under pressure to restrain his foot-in-mouth syndrome... but why'd he choose this occasion to curb himself?

Yes: "Who cares what Cheney says?" is absolutely the right message, and almost the right tone.

Me? I'd prefer flat-out, explicit, deliberate ridicule. "Ooh! - Cheney chastises Obama! Wow - I'm really scared!!! This from the guy who got us into Afghanistan 8 years ago and DITHERED the whole time???"

Mr. Cheney - you had your moment of glory and your chance to shine.
You blew it.
Shut up!!!