You want Death Ships? This is how you get Death Ships.
"U.S. Navy relieves aircraft carrier commander who wrote letter urging coronavirus action"
(Reuters) April 2, 2020
... The dismissal, two days after the commander’s letter leaked, was a dramatic example of how the coronavirus is challenging U.S. institutions, even those accustomed to dangerous and complex missions like the U.S. military.
The move could have a chilling effect on others in the Navy looking to speak up about issues they are facing at a time when the Pentagon is withholding some of the more detailed data about coronavirus infections for fear of undermining the perception of U.S. military readiness for a crisis or conflict. ...
A carrier, or cruiser, or destroyer, or ballistic missile sub, or attack sub, with no one to operate it, in the midst of a mission.
These are individually substantial shares of the US military capability, representing tens of billions of dollars in capital expense, ordnance, crew, and technology, and intelligence. And a prime prize for any who might choose to recover it.
At a time of crisis, one must have accurate information. Accurate communication is possible only in a non-punishing situation.
