We’re all familiar with the challenges facing print media these days–from New York to Tampa Bay. Downsizing doesn’t ignore proofreaders and doesn’t reward experience. Deadlines and accuracy have never been a more volatile mix.
But notice how precise the wording is when a name such as Santo Trafficante Jr. pops back into the news, whatever the context. In this case, heirs wanting to split the property and sell the family home in South Tampa. Trafficante is still a “reputed gangster,” a “supposed gangster” and a “reputed mobster.” Can never be too careful with mob bosses. Oops. Reputed mob bosses.