Mike and I were talking last night about the media coverage of Katrina. TV and the media in general is in uncharted territory and coming up with insight about the role of the media is difficult because of the dynamic nature of the events. While we mull over our commentary, look at these remarks:

“This is a basic crisis communications principle: When you are dealing in a crisis situation, people want to look, see and feel that some type of leadership is being projected," said Chris Lehane, a Democratic communications consultant.

"There is a void, and people are looking for someone to fill that void," he added. "In the modern media age when most people get their information through television images, it is important to physically show leadership."