The article discusses the exceptional role Navy secretaries have played in shaping American naval power, highlighting their transformative influence compared to their Army and Air Force counterparts. John Phelan is identified as a political outsider with a strong business background, poised to inject fresh ideas and leadership into the Navy if confirmed. Historical figures such as Josephus Daniels and John Lehman are cited for their significant contributions, emphasizing the need for dynamic leaders to maintain the Navy's global effectiveness and readiness.
A British naval officer, quoted in The Papers of Admiral Sir John Fisher, once reflected: 'If the Navy is to be abreast of the times, it must be turned inside out every 50 years.'
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