Texas ObserverMar 27, 2023

We just found out the Texas Observer is shutting down this week. Unfortunately, we found out via our friends at @texastribune.

It's been an absolute pleasure interacting with everyone in the Fediverse as the Texas Observer, and we'll miss you.
https://www.texastribune.org/2023/03/26/texas-observer-shutting-down/

(Edit: We're not dead yet! There's life in this old pub still. See update at: https://texasobserver.social/@TexasObserver/110101912371078713 )

Texas Observer, the legendary liberal magazine, is shutting down

The 68-year-old progressive publication, which published Ronnie Dugger, Molly Ivins and Kaye Northcott, hit financial troubles and wasn’t able to broaden its audience, board members said.

The Texas Tribune
Show threadTexas ObserverMar 27, 2023
Texas Observer, legendary crusading liberal magazine, is closing and laying off its staff https://www.texastribune.org/2023/03/26/texas-observer-shutting-down/?utm_campaign=trib-social-buttons&utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social via @texastribune
Texas Observer, the legendary liberal magazine, is shutting down

The 68-year-old progressive publication, which published Ronnie Dugger, Molly Ivins and Kaye Northcott, hit financial troubles and wasn’t able to broaden its audience, board members said.

The Texas Tribune
Show threadTexas ObserverMar 27, 2023
We understand some staff may be setting up a GoFundMe to support us. Stay tuned for info as we are able to share it.
Show threadTexas ObserverMar 27, 2023

We will share updates here as long as possible. At the least, a GoFundMe should launch soon.

In case this account / instance is shut down, follow @kitoconnell or @oconnell for updates. #JournoLife #SaveTXO

Show threadJoshMar 27, 2023

@TexasObserver @kitoconnell @oconnell Went to GFM to see if one had been created yet. Just want to confirm this is the right one: https://www.gofundme.com/f/laid-off-texas-observer-journalists-and-staff

Keep everyone posted! I regret having only recently really read your stuff and never actually signed up for a membership. The problem was me the whole time! 😭

Show threadKit O'Connell
@joshwithouthats @TexasObserver @oconnell yes that is it thank you. We are still hoping to turn this around and talking to major donors.
Mar 27, 2023 at 8:27pmWeb