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From:  Dallas Observer, Kelly Dearmore <inbox@dallasobserver-insider.com>
Date: Sat, Aug 2, 2025 at 9:01 AM
Subject: Support journalism that makes a difference

Hi Tupolef, 

As a reader of the Dallas Observer, you know that our reporters cover what’s happening in Dallas with tenacity and integrity.

We exist to give a voice to ignored communities, add context to politicians' decisions and celebrate the city’s lively arts, music and food. We also put accountability first, which is crucial in a time of widespread misinformation and increasing attacks on journalists.

But do you know what goes into producing just one story, from start to finish? Our biggest stories, such as "They Who Are Exiled," cost thousands of dollars and countless hours of our time.

That story, about former members of a Waco religious community who claimed they were abused, coerced and eventually cut off from family by what they described as something akin to a cult, inspired former members to come forward with similar stories. It also led to threats of litigation from the church, but that’s a risk we’re willing to take because of the care we take in getting the story straight. There are certainly easier, safer stories to tell, but we do this because the story was important, and the former members must be heard.

If you think the truth has value, will you make a contribution today and help keep our work going?

Your support could help fund our next big story.

With gratitude,

Kelly Dearmore
News Editor

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