Pace Gone

Gates has decided to replace General Pace as chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff when his term ends in September. Gates further said that he’d recommend Adm. Michael G. Mullen, chief of naval operations, for the job.

If you’re wondering who Admiral Mike Mullen is, I suggest going here. There are speeches, messages, etc. His message:

Everyone in the Navy has the potential to lead. We have to pull that potential out of our Sailors. My emphasis is on our people, leadership and accountability. Those are three crown jewels of our Navy.

It will be interesting to see how having a navy guy in charge, instead of an army guy, will influence everything.

More at The Washington Monthly and The Newshoggers.