You do have to feel sorry for the crew of the USS Jimmy Carter. I’m sure they’ll be very well qualified and all that. But as several readers have noted, they’re just never going to hear the end of it. Here’s one email:

Jonah
I was an officer on the USS Haddock (SSN-621) from 1988-1991. I’m sure the crew of the Carter will be endlessly ribbed by other crews about serving on the Carter. And I’m guessing the Commanding Officer will also hear it from other COs in his squadron as well.