Perfect Storm of Hype: Politicians, the media and the Hurricane Irene apocalypse that never was

Perfect Storm of Hype:

Politicians, the media and the Hurricane Irene apocalypse that never was:

The truth is that the dire warning beforehand suited both politicians and journalists. Just as with the minor earthquake that shook the east coast last week causing no loss of life and virtually no damage, Irene became a huge story because it was where the media lived.

For politicians, Irene was a chance to either make amends or appear in control. The White House sent out 25 Irene emails to the press on Saturday alone.................

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