ABSTRACT
While one can argue forever about the concept of journalistic objectivity, some news stories are so packed with emotion that it is extremely difficult for reporters and editors to remain strictly neutral. Such was the case with 9/11 (and a few years later, in fact, with hurricanes Katrina and Rita). While journalists are taught detachment, it may not always be possible and, arguably perhaps, sharing the emotion being felt by the public may even strengthen the impact of news coverage.
