The role of the media in economic management is not often recognised even by professional economists. Politicians, however, ignore this at their own peril.

The Indian voter will not shy away from sacrificing in the national interest. If the voter is convinced that high oil prices are a national challenge and that the government is doing its best to deal with the challenge, the voter would be willing to bear the burden.

Crises are inherent to market economies, but managing them is the key to political success, and the media plays a vital role in getting the policy message across.

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