Larry Smith writes a column called Tough Call every Wednesday for the Nassau Tribune. A former reporter and editor, he operates a communications agency and book distributor in Nassau (www.bahamasmedia.com). In 2003 he led a transition management team at the Nassau Guardian after the paper was acquired by new investors. He launched his Tribune column in May, 2004, and was a member of the board of directors of the Broadcasting Corporation of The Bahamas from 2007 to 2012. Mr Smith has a degree in political science and journalism from the University of Miami. Email: [email protected]