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Dear _________________:
Bad news sells papers, and selling papers makes money. I am sorry to say that _________________ has decided to make money off of us.
In the coming weeks, you will be seeing or hearing about a _________________ presented by _________________. Although we have not seen the final versions of the _________________, we believe the intent of the media promotion is to _________________.
People often assume that if something negative is said, there must be a "kernel of truth" in the allegation. Well, there is a kernel of truth in these _________________. It's true that we're in the _________________ business and we are a visible presence in the economic development of this community. That alone is enough, in some reporters' opinions, to make us a target for critical coverage.
Every one of us here at _________________ can hold our heads high in the knowledge that we provide employment, _________________ to the people around us, and stand firm in the knowledge that we have done no wrong.
Let's keep that in mind, and continue providing service to our community, even at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
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