[nathanbedford]

So we have the last of the Nimitz class carriers. An emblem of the projection of United States power for more than a half-century. Appropriately named after the last World War II president. I fear that the closing of this class represents more than merely witnessing the normal run out of a given class of technology but a darkening eclipse of American power generally.

If America does not control the seas, just as the British Navy protected the sea lanes while they had the baton, the world will descend into a Hobbesian place. Is this what Obama wants? Does he invite the chaos so that he can submerge America into his vision of one world government? Or does he believe that the left now has sufficient power in America that he can exploit this platform, as American presidents for half a century have projected power from our carriers, to advance his agenda around the world?

The jury is out.

[WellyP]

Bambi will NEVER have one named after him!

[bmwcyle]

Another sea going big submarine target.

[TSgt]

Though my service was in the Air Force I still maintain a great amount of respect for Naval aviators. I had the great privilege of spending the night on the USS Stennis via a C2 back in 2000. It was one of the most incredible experiences of my life and I left the ship with a great deal of admiration for the Navy.

And the Blue Angels mop the floor with the Thunderbirds. ;)

[NCC-1701]

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