One of Chbosky 's major contributions to the structure of the series was the introduction of a greater feminine element to the storyline , opining that , " We could use some girls , a little kissing , and some laughs . " Another significant developmental influence were the September 11 attacks and Hurricane Katrina , and the sense of " being a spectator to a disaster , while not quite being part of it . " Co-creator Steinberg in particular felt that after 9/11 , the United States saw some of the " best of people , " and after Hurricane Katrina , some of the " worst of people , " and sought to include both in the fabric of '' Jericho '' , with Katrina providing " lots of inspiration " for the show 's overall premise
September 11 attacks
September 11 attacks
Jericho (2006 TV series)